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A sheet pan filled with Sheet Pan Cashew Chicken, broccoli, red peppers, and onions, topped with cashews.

Sheet Pan Cashew Chicken

This sheet pan cashew chicken recipe is a simple and flavorful weeknight meal. It features tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and a savory sauce, all cooked together on one baking sheet for easy cleanup.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Vegetables
  • 1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 medium Broccoli crown cut into florets
  • 1 medium Red bell pepper seeded and chopped
  • 1 medium Yellow onion cut into wedges
  • 1/2 cup Roasted cashews
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tablespoons Honey
  • 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger grated
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Large bowl
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces, broccoli florets, chopped red bell pepper, and onion wedges. Add the sauce ingredients to a small bowl and whisk until well combined. Pour about half of the sauce over the chicken and vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
  3. Spread the coated chicken and vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven, add the roasted cashews, and toss everything together. Drizzle with the remaining sauce.
  5. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for another 5-10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  6. Serve hot, optionally over rice or quinoa.

Notes

For a spicier dish, increase the red pepper flakes. You can also add other vegetables like snap peas or carrots. Ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).