Best 4 Slow Cooked Cashew Chicken Recipes

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Slow-cooked cashew chicken is an incredibly flavorful and versatile dish that can be prepared in a slow cooker for ultimate convenience. It combines tender chicken, a creamy and luscious sauce, and crunchy cashews to create a delectable meal that everyone will enjoy. With a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a restaurant-quality dish in the comfort of your own home. Whether you are cooking for a weeknight dinner, a weekend brunch, or a special occasion, this slow-cooked cashew chicken recipe will surely impress and delight your family and friends.

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SLOW-COOKED CASHEW CHICKEN



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I make this cashew chicken in my Fagor® Multi-Functional Cooker where it cooks in about 2 hours (mine runs hot), but you could also make it in a traditional slow cooker; just allow a longer cook time.

Provided by Clo

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 2h18m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

¼ cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup roasted unsalted cashews
¾ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
⅓ cup rice wine vinegar
⅓ cup ketchup
3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
4 green onions, sliced diagonally

Steps:

  • Combine cornstarch and pepper in a resealable plastic bag. Add chicken pieces and shake bag to coat with cornstarch mixture.
  • Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Brown chicken about 2 minutes on each side. Transfer to a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Fagor®).
  • Combine cashews, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, sweet chili sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, and sesame oil in a bowl. Pour over chicken.
  • Close and lock lid. Select Slow Cook function. Cook on Low until flavors are well combined and chicken is cooked through, about 2 hours. Garnish with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408 calories, Carbohydrate 28.2 g, Cholesterol 78 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 35.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 1367.5 mg, Sugar 11.9 g

SLOW COOKER CASHEW CHICKEN



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This is a wonderfully rich and flavorful recipe that is easy and simple to make. Serve over noodles or rice.

Provided by Ruth Bishop

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 5h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ pounds chicken thighs
6 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons fish sauce
3 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 tablespoons white sugar
¼ teaspoon white pepper
1 bunch scallions, chopped
½ white onion, chopped
water to cover
1 pound raw cashews

Steps:

  • Place the chicken thighs in a slow cooker. Add the garlic, fish sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, pepper, scallions, and white onion to the slow cooker. Pour enough water over the mixture to cover everything. Cook on High for 5 hours. Sprinkle the cashews over the mixture and cook another 30 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 651.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 63.8 mg, Fat 46.4 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 30.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 1150.9 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

SLOW COOKER CASHEW CHICKEN



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Make and share this Slow Cooker Cashew Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Maria G.

Categories     Asian

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (About 4 pieces)
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 cup soy sauce
4 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
4 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 cup cashews
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Combine cornstarch and pepper in resealable food storage bag. Add chicken. Shake to coat with cornstarch mixture.
  • Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Brown chicken about 2 minutes on each side. Place chicken in slow cooker.
  • Combine soy sauce, vinegar, ketchup, sweet chili sauce, sugar, garlic, ginger, pepper flakes, and cashews in small bowl; pour over chicken. (I like my cashews to be softer so I add them during the cooking process, if you want more of a crunch, add them right before serving).
  • Cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours.
  • Serve over rice. Makes 4-6 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 575.3, Fat 25.4, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 145.3, Sodium 2663.5, Carbohydrate 30.1, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 12.5, Protein 57.6

SLOW-COOKER SESAME CHICKEN WITH CASHEWS



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This better-than-takeout sesame chicken has a flavor-packed sweet and slightly spicy sauce, fresh broccoli and roasted cashews for added crunch.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon unseasoned rice vinegar
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1-inch piece fresh gingerroot, peeled and grated
4 teaspoons finely chopped fresh garlic
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 package (20 oz) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons cornstarch
4 cups small fresh broccoli florets
1/2 cup salted roasted whole cashews
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seed
Sliced green onions, if desired
Cooked white rice, if desired

Steps:

  • Spray 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix 1/4 cup chicken broth, the honey, 2 tablespoons of the soy sauce, the rice vinegar, sesame oil, gingerroot, garlic and red pepper. Add chicken and mix to coat; transfer to slow cooker.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 2 to 2 1/2 hours or until chicken is no longer pink. In small bowl, mix cornstarch and remaining 2 tablespoons chicken broth; stir into slow cooker. Cover; cook on High heat setting 15 to 20 minutes or until bubbly around edges and starting to thicken.
  • Add remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce and the broccoli to slow cooker, mixing to coat broccoli with sauce mixture; cover and continue cooking 10 to 15 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender. Stir in cashews. Before serving, sprinkle with sesame seed, and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve with cooked white rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1170 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest ingredients possible. This will make a big difference in the final flavor of your dish.
  • Don't overcrowd the slow cooker. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly.
  • Use a low-sodium soy sauce. This will help to keep the dish from being too salty.
  • Add the cashews in the last 30 minutes of cooking. This will prevent them from becoming too soft.
  • Serve the chicken over rice or noodles. This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

This slow-cooked cashew chicken recipe is an easy and delicious way to enjoy a classic Chinese dish. The chicken is cooked to perfection in a flavorful sauce, and the cashews add a nice crunch. This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a party.

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