How to Make Cashew Chicken - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 2

Lunch

This How to Make Cashew Chicken is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Chef John Turn leftover chicken into delicious cashew chicken.

Ingredients

2 grilled skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup cold water
1 lemon, juiced
1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon soy sauce, or more to taste
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons Asian chile pepper sauce (such as sambal oelek)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 fresh hot red chile pepper, sliced
6 thin slices fresh ginger root
1/2 cup dry-roasted cashews
2 cloves garlic, sliced
1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

Season chicken cubes with salt and black pepper.
Mix cornstarch and water in a bowl until smooth; whisk in lemon juice, rice vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, and chile pepper sauce into cornstarch mixture, stirring until brown sugar has dissolved and cornstarch is free of lumps.
Place a heavy skillet over medium-high heat; pour in vegetable oil. Add slices of red chili and ginger to the hot oil. Cook, stirring often, until oil is flavored, about 2 minutes. Stir in cashews and garlic; cook until cashews are lightly golden brown, about 2 minutes more.
Lightly toss seasoned chicken cubes with cashew mixture in skillet until combined, about 30 seconds. Turn heat down to medium-low and pour cornstarch mixture into skillet. Stir constantly until sauce has thickened, about 30 seconds. If too thick, add a splash of water. Simmer 2 more minutes to heat the chicken through. Adjust levels of salt, black pepper, soy sauce, and chile pepper sauce to taste. Stir in cilantro just until wilted, about 15 seconds.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Chicken Breast, Lemon.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is How to Make Cashew Chicken good for PCOS?

Yes, this How to Make Cashew Chicken recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 2 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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