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.
Preparation Time
10 mins
Cooking Time
2 hr
Total Time
2 hr 10 mins
Calories
408 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Combine cornstarch and pepper in a resealable plastic bag. Add chicken pieces and shake bag to coat with cornstarch mixture.
Step 2
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®).
Step 3
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.
Step 4
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.
Ingredients
¼ cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
⅓ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon canola oil
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
⅓ cup rice wine vinegar
3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
¾ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 cup roasted unsalted cashews
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch pieces
