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Slow Cooker Cashew Chicken

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5–2 lbs chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup brown sugar (or honey)
  • 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger (optional)
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • ¾–1 cup roasted cashews

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Prep the Chicken
    Cut the chicken into small pieces.
    Try to keep them the same size so they cook evenly.
  2. Step 2: Make the Sauce
    Mix soy sauce, sugar, garlic, ginger, and vinegar in a bowl.
    Stir until combined.
  3. Step 3: Add to Slow Cooker
    Place the chicken inside.
    Pour the sauce over it.
    Make sure most pieces are covered.
  4. Step 4: Cook
    LOW: 3–4 hours
    HIGH: 2–3 hours
    Now you can walk away. That’s the beauty of it.
  5. Step 5: Thicken the Sauce
    About 30 minutes before serving:
    Mix cornstarch with water
    Add it to the slow cooker
    Stir gently. The sauce will start to thicken.
  6. Step 6: Add Cashews
    Add cashews right before serving.
    If you add them too early, they will turn soft.
    And honestly, the crunch is what makes this dish special.