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Instant Pot Cashew Chicken A Chinese Chicken StirFry Dinner Recipe
Instant Pot Cashew Chicken A Chinese Chicken StirFry Dinner Recipe from lifemadesweeter.com

Description

This cashew chicken instant pot recipe is the perfect meal for a busy weeknight. It takes just five minutes to throw together and the rest of the cooking time is done in the Instant Pot. This dish is sweet and savory, and made with juicy chicken, crunchy cashews, and a flavorful, tasty sauce. Serve it over a bed of steamed rice and you’ll have a delicious, satisfying dinner in no time. Plus, it’s a great way to use up any leftover chicken you may have.

Prep Time

This recipe only takes five minutes to prepare before it goes in the Instant Pot. All you need to do is chop the chicken and vegetables, then measure out the sauce ingredients. Once all the ingredients are prepped, you’re ready to cook!

Cook Time

This cashew chicken Instant Pot recipe takes just 15 minutes to cook, making it a great option for a busy weeknight. Plus, the Instant Pot does all the work for you, so you can just sit back and relax while dinner cooks.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. chicken, cubed
  • 1/2 cup cashews
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1/2 cup diced carrots
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 Tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Place the chicken, cashews, onions, bell peppers, and carrots in the Instant Pot.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.

3. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables in the Instant Pot.

4. Close the lid and set the valve to sealing.

5. Press the “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” button and set the timer for 15 minutes.

6. When the timer goes off, let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure.

7. Carefully open the lid and serve the chicken and vegetables over cooked rice. Enjoy!

Equipment

For this cashew chicken Instant Pot recipe, you’ll need an Instant Pot or other pressure cooker. You’ll also need a whisk, a cutting board, and a knife to prepare the ingredients.

Notes

This recipe is gluten-free if you use a gluten-free soy sauce. You can also use a different type of nut if you prefer. Almonds, peanuts, and walnuts all work well in this recipe.

Nutrition: Per Serving

Calories: 420 | Fat: 25g | Carbs: 20g | Protein: 34g

Recipe Tips

If you want to make this recipe even quicker, you can use pre-chopped vegetables. You can also use pre-cooked chicken, such as rotisserie chicken, to save time. To make this dish spicier, add an extra teaspoon of red pepper flakes. For a milder version, reduce the amount of red pepper flakes. You can also add other vegetables, such as mushrooms, broccoli, or zucchini.


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