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Healthy Cashew Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

Healthy Cashew Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

The ultimate weeknight meal that combines wholesome ingredients and incredible flavor! Healthy Cashew Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner features roasted chicken, crunchy vegetables, and savory cashews that will satisfy your cravings. It's easy to prepare and clean up, making it perfect for busy nights!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups cauliflower cut into florets
  • 2 large tomatoes quartered
  • 1 medium red onion roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil melted
  • 1 tablespoon yellow curry powder divided
  • 0.5 teaspoon yellow curry powder divided
  • 2/3 cup roasted cashews salted
  • sea salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 large egg white
  • 2 cups cucumber thinly sliced and halved
  • fresh mint chopped, for garnish
  • fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Chef's Knife
  • Frying pan
  • Food Processor

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Place the cauliflower florets, tomatoes, and chopped red onion into a large bowl. Toss with the coconut oil and sprinkle with 1 1/2 teaspoons of the curry powder, reserving the rest for later. Mix until well combined and the curry powder is evenly dispersed. Place on a large, rimmed baking sheet in one layer and sprinkle generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  3. Add the remaining curry powder, the cashews, and a pinch of salt and pepper into a small food processor and pulse until broken down. Leave some cashews a little chunky for texture.
  4. Dry the chicken breasts off and place the egg white into a shallow plate. Additionally, place the cashews into a separate shallow plate. Dredge each chicken breast in the egg white, gently shaking off any excess, and then press into the cashews. Flip and press the other side into the cashews, lightly pressing to adhere cashews to both sides of the chicken.
  5. Place the chicken breast onto a small cooling rack (one that fits on top of your sheet pan, and preferably one with legs so it sits over top of the veggies). This allows both sides of the chicken to cook and get crispy. Repeat with the remaining breasts.
  6. Place the cooling rack on top of the sheet pan, over top of the veggies, and bake until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit, which takes about 14-15 minutes.
  7. Once cooked, toss the fresh cucumbers onto the pan, and garnish with mint and cilantro.
  8. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Tip 1: Allow leftovers to cool before transferring them to an airtight container. They can be stored in the fridge for up to three days.
  • Tip 2: This dish freezes well! Store in a freezer-safe container for up to three months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
  • Tip 3: Pair this meal with a light salad or a side of quinoa for a nutrient boost.
  • Tip 4: A squeeze of fresh lime juice over the top just before serving adds a wonderful brightness to the dish.
  • Tip 5: Feel free to substitute cauliflower with other vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers based on your preference.
  • Tip 6: Adjust the amount of curry powder according to your taste. If you like it spicy, try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper.