recipe

Orange Cashew Chicken with Green Beans

Name: Orange Cashew Chicken with Green Beans
Ingredients: Chicken Thighs, Cornstarch, Salt, Olive Oil, Garlic, Green Beans, Orange Juice, Honey, Chicken Stock, Lemon, Cashews

Orange Cashew Chicken has the zesty citrus punch and savory taste that pairs perfectly with green beans for a delicious meal.

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

servings 4

Ingredients

2 pounds Foster Farms Free Range Boneless Skinless Chicken Thigh Fillets, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons cornstarch, divided
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
½ cup freshly squeezed California orange juice (from about 2 oranges)
1 tablespoon honey
½ cup chicken stock
1 tablespoon lemon juice
⅓ cup roasted, salted cashews

Directions

1. Place the chicken in a large baking dish. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons cornstarch and ¼ teaspoon salt. Toss together until the chicken is evenly coated.

2. In a large pan or Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Working in batches, add the chicken in an even layer and cook for 5 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until both sides are browned and thickest piece of chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Always use a meat thermometer to determine the temperature. Add extra olive oil in between batches if needed to help prevent sticking.

3. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside. To the same pan, add an additional 1 tablespoon olive oil and the garlic. Sauté over medium heat for 1 minute, until the garlic starts to turn golden, stirring constantly. Add the green beans, sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon salt, and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the green beans are bright green and slightly tender.

4. While green beans are cooking, in a small bowl, whisk together remaining cornstarch, salt, orange juice, honey, chicken stock, and the lemon juice. This step can be done ahead.

5. Add the chicken back to the pan with the green beans, then pour in the orange juice mixture. Cook over medium low heat for 3-4 minutes, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, until the sauce thickens.

6. Turn the heat off, then stir in cashews. Serve immediately.