Best 2 Cashew Chicken Pizza Recipes

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Cashew chicken pizza is a delightful and flavorful dish that combines the best of both worlds – the crispy crust of a pizza with the tender chicken and creamy cashew sauce. It's a perfect meal for busy weeknights, special occasions, or a fun get-together with friends and family. In this article, we'll explore the art of crafting the perfect cashew chicken pizza, from selecting the freshest ingredients to mastering the art of baking a crispy crust and creating a decadent cashew sauce. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing for joy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CASHEW CHICKEN PIZZA



Cashew Chicken Pizza image

I make this quick weeknight chicken pizza when I'm craving takeout. I like using shortcuts like premade pizza crust and rotisserie chicken to cut down on my time in the kitchen. -Joseph A. Sciascia, San Mateo, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust or flatbread
1 tablespoon sesame oil
3/4 cup hoisin sauce
2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce
1-1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken
4 green onions, chopped, divided
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/3 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup chopped cashews
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1-1/4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Place pizza crust on a pizza pan; brush with sesame oil. In small bowl, combine hoisin sauce and chili garlic sauce; brush 1/3 cup over crust. Toss remaining mixture with chicken; sprinkle over crust. Top with 2 green onions, red pepper, carrots, cashews and cilantro. Sprinkle mozzarella over top., Bake until cheese is lightly browned, 12-15 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes; sprinkle with remaining 2 green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 876mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

BARBECUE CASHEW-CHICKEN PIZZA WITH FRENCH-FRIED ONIONS



Barbecue Cashew-Chicken Pizza With French-Fried Onions image

I love bbq chicken pizza, cashews, and french-fried onions, but have never had all of it combined until I tried this. Recipe from Pillsbury.

Provided by mailbelle

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 34m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (13 7/8 ounce) refrigerated prepared pizza crust
1/4 cup whiskey-flavored barbecue sauce or 1/4 cup regular barbecue sauce
1 tablespoon grape jelly
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup chopped sweet onion (such as Vidalia, Maui or Walla Walla)
1 1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts
1/3 cup cashew halves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup finely shredded mozzarella cheese or 1 cup Italian cheese blend
3/4 cup French-fried onions
8 fresh fresh cilantro stems, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F Spray 13x9-inch pan or 12-inch pizza pan with cooking spray. Unroll pizza crust dough on pan; press dough to edges of pan. Bake 7-8 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, mix barbecue sauce, jelly, pepper and chopped onion. Spread evenly over partially baked crust.
  • Top with chicken, cashews, chopped cilantro and cheese.
  • Bake 7-8 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and crust is deep golden brown.
  • Sprinkle French-fried onions over pizza. Bake 2-3 minutes longer or until onions are golden. Garnish with cilantro sprigs.

Tips:

  • For a crispy pizza crust, preheat the oven to the highest temperature possible before baking.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the pizza with toppings, or it will be soggy.
  • Bake the pizza until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is golden brown.
  • Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Cashew chicken pizza is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a party. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and crunchy cashews, this pizza is sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a new pizza recipe to try, give cashew chicken pizza a try. You won't be disappointed!

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