Description

Crockpot Creamy Cashew Chicken is a rich, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with a creamy, savory sauce and crunchy cashews. This slow-cooked meal is easy to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. The creamy sauce, made with a blend of rich ingredients like cream cheese and coconut milk, envelops the chicken and cashews in a mouthwatering, comforting dish that will become a family favorite. Whether served with rice, noodles, or vegetables, this dish is sure to satisfy.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 cup cashews, roughly chopped (or whole for more crunch)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 can (14 oz) coconut milk (full-fat for creaminess)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Cooked rice or noodles, for serving (optional)

Ingredient Highlights

Chicken: Chicken breasts or thighs are perfect for slow cooking as they become incredibly tender and absorb all the flavors of the sauce.
Cashews: The cashews provide a delightful crunch and a nutty flavor that balances the creamy sauce.
Coconut Milk: Full-fat coconut milk creates a rich, velvety sauce that enhances the overall flavor, making it creamy and comforting.
Cream Cheese: The cream cheese adds tanginess and a smooth texture to the sauce, helping it thicken up perfectly.
Soy Sauce and Honey: These ingredients provide a balance of savory and sweet, enriching the flavor of the sauce.

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Instructions

Prepare the Crockpot:

Add the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of your crockpot.
Make the Sauce: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the cream cheese, coconut milk, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, ginger, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Pour the Sauce: Pour the creamy sauce over the chicken in the crockpot, making sure the chicken is evenly coated.

Slow Cook the Chicken:

Set the Crockpot: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the chicken is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
Shred the Chicken: Once the chicken is cooked, use two forks to shred it in the crockpot, mixing it into the sauce to soak up all the flavors.
Add the Cashews: Stir in the chopped cashews and let them cook for an additional 10-15 minutes on low to soften slightly and infuse the sauce with their flavor.

Serve the Dish:

Serve: Spoon the creamy cashew chicken over a bed of rice, noodles, or alongside roasted vegetables for a complete meal. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours on low

Nutrition

Calories: 400-450 kcal
Fat: 30g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 35g