Crock Pot Cashew Chicken
Crock Pot Cashew Chicken is a delightful and comforting dish that brings together tender chicken and crunchy cashews in a rich, savory sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, allowing you to simply set it and forget it while your kitchen fills with mouthwatering aromas. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this dish will impress family and guests alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 cup unsalted roasted cashews
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (for thickening)
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the crock pot.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and ground ginger until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken, ensuring it's well-coated.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, mix cornstarch with water and stir into the crock pot to thicken the sauce.
- Add cashews during the last few minutes of cooking for added crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, sear the chicken in a skillet before placing it in the crock pot. Feel free to customize by adding vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas. This dish pairs beautifully with rice or noodles for a complete meal.