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Crock Pot Cashew Chicken

Crock Pot Cashew Chicken is the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender chicken simmered in a savory-sweet sauce with crunchy cashews and vibrant vegetables. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish combines effortless preparation with bold flavors that will impress your family and friends. The delightful aroma will fill your kitchen, making it a favorite for gatherings and cozy nights in. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal that’s sure to satisfy!

  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves about 4

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 1 cup roasted unsalted cashews
  • 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mixed colors)
  • 4 green onions, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Prepare ingredients: Chop bell peppers into bite-sized pieces, mince garlic, and grate ginger.
  2. Optional: Sear chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken pieces until golden brown.
  3. Combine: Place chicken in the crock pot along with bell peppers, garlic, ginger, cashews, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and cornstarch mixture.
  4. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours until chicken is tender.
  5. Finish: Stir in green onions just before serving.
  6. Serve over steamed rice or noodles.
  • Author: Ashley Adams
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp. Experiment with additional vegetables like snow peas or broccoli for variety.