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Crock Pot Cashew Chicken

Crock Pot Cashew Chicken is a delightful, easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken with a savory sauce and crunchy cashews. The magic unfolds in your slow cooker as aromatic ingredients blend together, creating a comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Serve it over rice or noodles for a satisfying dinner that will have everyone asking for seconds!

  • Total Time: 1 minute
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 cup roasted unsalted cashews
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
  • red pepper flakes to taste (optional)

Instructions

  1. Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic and ginger.
  2. Add the chicken, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes to the crock pot. Stir until well combined.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender.
  4. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the cashews.
  5. If desired, thicken the sauce by adding the cornstarch mixture during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
  6. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot over rice or noodles.
  • Author: Larissa W.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 4 hours (high)
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: For added flavor, brown the chicken in a skillet before adding it to the crock pot. Feel free to substitute cashews with peanuts or add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for extra nutrition.