This Cashew Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry is a flavorful, kidney-friendly dish that's low in sodium and packed with protein and vegetables. Quick to prepare and full of savory taste, it’s the perfect meal for those managing CKD while enjoying a delicious dinner.
8ouncesboneless skinless chicken breastscut into small pieces, 1" or smaller
¼cupflour
2tablespoonsesame oil
2cupsbroccoli floretscut into bite sized pieces
½cupsliced onion
¼cupno added salt cashews
2tablespoonminced garlic
1teaspoonground ginger
Sauce Ingredients
2tablespoonlow sodium soy sauce
1teaspoonbalsamic vinegar
1tablespoonhoney
2teaspoonrice vinegar
1teaspoonsesame oil
1tablespoonminced garlic
2tablespoonlow sodium chicken broth
1teaspooncornstarch
Instructions
Prepare the sauce - add all of the ingredients to a bowl, and mix well. Set aside.
Dice the chicken into 1 in or smaller pieces. Dredge the chicken pieces in flour to coat them.
Add 1 tablespoon sesame oil to large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and saute, tossing occasionally, for 5-7 minutes or until thoroughly cooked. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
Add the remaining tablespoon of sesame oil to the pan over medium heat. Add the broccoli and onion and saute for 6-8 minutes.
Add the cashews, garlic and ginger and saute for another 2-3 minutes or until the broccoli reaches your desired level of tenderness.
Combine the sauce and cooked chicken with the broccoli mixture and toss together for 1 minute. Continue to cook until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the vegetables.
Serve over noodles or rice as desired. Rice or noodles is not included in the nutritional information for this recipe.