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Coconut Cashew Chicken

Coconut Cashew Chicken

Discover the rich flavors of Coconut Cashew Chicken, a comforting yet exotic slow cooker dish perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Easy to make and utterly delicious!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 4 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup cashews

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Zip-top Bag
  • Skillet
  • Whisk
  • Small Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Toss chicken pieces in a zip-top bag with cornstarch and black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken for about 2 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to the slow cooker.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, sweet chili sauce, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Pour over chicken in the slow cooker.
  4. Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 3 to 4 hours. Add cashews in the last 10 minutes if desired.
  5. Serve over hot rice, garnished with fresh cilantro or green onions.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Toast the cashews lightly in a dry skillet for enhanced flavor and crunch. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. For extra flavor, consider garnishing with a wedge of lime or thinly sliced scallions before serving. Feel free to adjust the spices and sweetness based on your taste preference. Enjoy your cooking!
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