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Easy Whole30 Cashew Chicken Stir Fry Recipe with Coconut Aminos Made Perfect

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A quick and easy Whole30-compliant cashew chicken stir fry featuring tender chicken, crunchy toasted cashews, fresh veggies, and a flavorful coconut aminos sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish delivers bold flavor without fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ cup raw cashews, lightly toasted
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas or snow peas
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • ¼ cup coconut aminos
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
  • 1 tbsp raw honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread raw cashews on a baking sheet and toast for 5–7 minutes, shaking halfway through. Alternatively, toast in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–4 minutes, stirring often. Remove and set aside.
  2. Slice chicken into 1-inch pieces. Thinly slice red bell pepper, trim snap peas, cut broccoli into small florets, and slice green onions. Mince garlic and grate ginger.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together coconut aminos, oil, honey (if using), minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
  4. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp oil and swirl to coat. Add chicken in a single layer and sear undisturbed for 3 minutes. Stir and cook another 3–4 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned. Remove chicken to a plate.
  5. In the same pan, add more oil if needed. Add broccoli and snap peas and cook for 3 minutes until starting to soften but still crisp. Add red bell pepper and cook 2 more minutes.
  6. Return chicken to the pan with vegetables. Pour sauce over and toss to coat. Cook 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and everything is heated through.
  7. Stir in toasted cashews and sliced green onions just before serving.
  8. Plate the stir fry and squeeze fresh lime juice over the top. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure proper browning of chicken. Toast cashews carefully to avoid burning. Use high heat for quick cooking to preserve veggie crunch. Prepare all ingredients before cooking. Fresh ginger and garlic elevate flavor. Adjust seasoning at the end with salt or extra coconut aminos if needed. If sauce is thin, thicken with arrowroot powder dissolved in water without breaking Whole30 compliance.

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Keywords: Whole30, cashew chicken, stir fry, coconut aminos, healthy dinner, quick meal, gluten-free, paleo, dairy-free

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