Description

If you love cashew chicken but hate the mess and effort that usually comes with it, this recipe is your weeknight hero. Everything cooks on one sheet pan—juicy chicken, colorful veggies, and crunchy cashews—then gets tossed in a sticky-sweet, garlicky sauce that tastes just like your favorite takeout (honestly, better). It’s easy, satisfying, and perfect for busy nights when you still want a great homemade meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken & Veggies

1½ lb (700 g) boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 cups broccoli florets
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 cup snow peas or green beans
¾ cup unsalted cashews
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Sauce

⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari)
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
Roast Chicken & Veggies
Toss chicken, broccoli, bell peppers, and snow peas with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Spread evenly on the sheet pan. Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
Make the Sauce
While everything roasts, combine soy sauce, hoisin, vinegar, honey, garlic, and ginger in a small saucepan.
Bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook 1–2 minutes until thick and glossy. Remove from heat.
Add Sauce & Cashews
Remove the pan from the oven. Pour sauce over chicken and veggies, add cashews, and toss to coat.
Finish Baking
Return pan to the oven for 5 more minutes, until cashews are lightly toasted and everything is coated and sticky.
Serve
Serve hot over rice, quinoa, or in lettuce cups. Optional garnish: green onions or sesame seeds.

Notes

Don’t overcrowd the pan: Use two pans if needed for crispy veggies.
Use unsalted cashews: The sauce already has plenty of flavor.
Extra crisp: Broil for the last 1–2 minutes, watching closely.
Spicy option: Add sriracha or chili flakes to the sauce.