Crockpot Cashew Chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
53%
Crockpot Cashew Chicken
10 min.
2
637kcal

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Are you craving a delicious and healthier alternative to take-out Chinese food? Look no further than this mouthwatering Crockpot Cashew Chicken! With a health score of 53, this dish is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, but it also packs a flavorful punch that will satisfy your taste buds without compromising your waistline.

Imagine coming home after a long day and being greeted by the enticing aroma of tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and crunchy cashews simmering away in your slow cooker. This recipe is incredibly easy to prepare—just throw everything into the crockpot and let it do the work for you! In about the same time it takes to order take-out, you can whip up this wholesome meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.

With a delightful blend of savory soy sauce, zesty ginger, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar, each bite is a delightful experience. Plus, the addition of fresh or frozen broccoli and carrots not only adds color but also boosts the nutritional value of the dish. For an extra crunch, consider roasting the cashews before serving to elevate the texture and flavor.

Serve this delectable cashew chicken over a bed of rice or alongside a fresh green salad for a complete meal that your family will love. Say goodbye to greasy take-out and hello to a homemade favorite that’s both satisfying and guilt-free!

Ingredients

  • cups broccoli frozen cut into bite-size pieces
  • tablespoon brown sugar 
  • cup carrots sliced
  • 0.5 cup cashew pieces unsalted ( works best so as not to oversalt the recipe)
  •  chicken breast cut into smaller pieces
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth 
  •  garlic clove minced
  • tablespoon ginger paste 
  • tablespoons catsup 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper red
  • tablespoons rice vinegar 
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • 0.5 cup soya sauce 

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Thanks for reading! This is my most popular recipe on my blog which you can find here: http://sallycooks.com/2013/06/27/crockpot-cashew-chicken/ Happy cooking!I know you know how bad take-out Chinese food is for your waistline and your wallet. The good news is that it is easy to make your favorites at home, using less sodium and more fresh or frozen produce.In about the time it takes to order and pick up Chinese, you can make a healthier version of cashew chicken with this simple, throw it all in the crockpot recipe. I think if I were to make this again I would roast the cashews to crisp them up and add them before serving rather than cooking them alongside the chicken. I used frozen broccoli but fresh would be fine too.I served with a green salad but my Better-than-Takeout Chicken Fried Rice would be a great side, just leave out the chicken.What to do:layer chicken, cashews and vegetables in the crockpotcombine remaining ingredients except water and pour over chicken in crockpotadd water or broth if necessary so mixture is almost completely coveredcook for 2-4 hours on high or 4-8 hours on low

Nutrition Facts

Calories637kcal
Protein39.21%
Fat38.87%
Carbs21.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
99.52
Glycemic Load
5.35
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
44.818261156911%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.43mg
Kaempferol
3.61mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
1.79mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:636.61kcal
31.83%
Fat:27.56g
42.4%
Saturated Fat:4.85g
30.33%
Carbohydrates:34.96g
11.65%
Net Carbohydrates:30.31g
11.02%
Sugar:17.58g
19.54%
Cholesterol:145.82mg
48.6%
Sodium:4189.73mg
182.16%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:62.53g
125.07%
Vitamin A:11224.62IU
224.49%
Vitamin B3:27.61mg
138.06%
Selenium:81.25µg
116.08%
Vitamin B6:2.17mg
108.52%
Phosphorus:805.45mg
80.54%
Vitamin K:69.96µg
66.62%
Vitamin C:47.29mg
57.32%
Manganese:1.14mg
57.08%
Magnesium:198.18mg
49.54%
Copper:0.94mg
46.87%
Potassium:1609.27mg
45.98%
Vitamin B5:4.18mg
41.79%
Vitamin B2:0.5mg
29.26%
Iron:5.17mg
28.7%
Vitamin B1:0.41mg
27.15%
Zinc:3.87mg
25.81%
Vitamin E:2.94mg
19.61%
Fiber:4.65g
18.6%
Folate:69.62µg
17.41%
Calcium:92.99mg
9.3%
Vitamin B12:0.46µg
7.73%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%