Easy Sheet Pan Cashew Chicken
Easy Sheet Pan Cashew Chicken combines tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and vibrant bell peppers for a flavorful, hassle-free dinner. This one-pan recipe requires minimal prep time and is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With its savory-sweet sauce and colorful presentation, this dish is sure to impress family and guests alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup unsalted roasted cashews
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp ginger paste
- 2 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; marinate in soy sauce for 15 minutes if desired.
- In a bowl, combine sliced bell peppers, minced garlic, and cashews with the marinated chicken.
- In another bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, ginger paste, and sesame oil; pour over chicken mixture.
- Spread everything evenly on the prepared sheet pan.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg