CASHEW CHICKEN (MICROWAVE)

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This recipe was given to me by my friend and co-worker Lila. It is a quick and very tasty weeknight dinner. This can be doubled - just adjust cooking time.

Provided by LiisaN

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch chunks
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon gingerroot, freshly grated
3 tablespoons oil
2 minced garlic cloves
2 tablespoons sherry wine
1 cup fresh snow pea
1/2 cup cashews

Steps:

  • Microwave oil on high for 3 minutes in a 2 or 3 qt microwavable dish.
  • Mix raw chicken chunks, soy sauce, cornstarch, ginger, garlic and sherry in separate bowl to marinate flavors.
  • After oil is hot, add the chicken to the oil.
  • Cover with saran wrap and microwave on high for 3 1/2 minutes.
  • Add peapods and cashews.
  • Microwave for 2-3 more minutes.
  • Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.6, Fat 24.9, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 46.4, Sodium 661.1, Carbohydrate 12.5, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.9, Protein 19.3

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