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Instant Pot Thai Cashew Chicken

May 31, 2021 No Comments

Instant Pot Thai Cashew Chicken - Crispy Chicken, roasted cashews, and bird's eye chili tossed in a sweet and lightly spicy sauce make this incredibly delicious Asian Chicken Dinner recipe which the entire family will love.
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cashew nut chicken over rice

Instant Pot Thai Cashew Chicken - Crispy Chicken, roasted cashews, and bird's eye chili tossed in a sweet and lightly spicy sauce make this incredibly delicious Asian Chicken Dinner recipe which the entire family will love.

thai cashew nut chicken in a bowl with white rice with cilantro

When we talk Thai Food, We think Curry, We think Soups, We think Ramen Bowls, Fried rice, and whatnot. Thai Cuisine is filled with delicious recipes which we can easily make at home. Yes, I mean it!

Thai Cashew Chicken 🇹🇭

Generally, this recipe is cooked in a Saute Pan. But, I have cooked mine in an Instant Pot. Instant Pot cooks the chicken faster and since you are pressure cooking, the chicken tastes even more delicious.

thai cashew chicken in chopsticks

In my home, I make it a point to cook something Asian at least once a week. I have been thinking about making this Thai cashew Nut chicken for a long time now.

The thing is, I love cashew nuts. I had made Asian Cashew Chicken a few months back and it is something that I LOVE. And, since then I have been thinking about making this Thai Cashew Nut chicken.

The nuttiness of Cashew nuts paired with soft and crispy chicken coated in a sticky Asian sauce is simply mind-blowing.

I love Cashew Nuts since I was a kid. I remember going into my kitchen during the afternoon and eating a handful of Cashew nuts when no one notice.

chicken cashews and chilies added to instant pot

Cashew Nuts are simply amazing. And, they turn even better when you roast them. Roasted Cashew nuts have a smoky taste which makes them taste even better.

In my home, I make so many recipes for Cashew Nuts. Sometimes it's added in the form of paste-like in this - Chicken Korma Recipe. Sometimes it is added just like that for garnish - like in this Malai Kofta recipe.

And, sometimes, we use it in a dessert such as in this Thandai Cheesecake Mousse.

But, there are only a few times when Cashew Nuts becomes the king of the recipe. And, Apart from Asian Cashew Chicken, this Thai Cashew Nut Chicken is one recipe where Cashew Nut becomes the prime ingredient.

And, once you taste it, you are gonna be blown away. The nuttiness of roasted cashews, the crispy chicken, the slight heat from bird's eye chilies, the sweetness of the sticky sauce, the sharp punch of Dark Soy Sauce, and the complex flavors of Oyster sauce makes this Thai Cashew Chicken taste so damn good.

thai cashew nut chicken with chopsticks served over rice

Ingredients for Thai Cashew Nut Chicken

In this recipe for Thai Cashew Nut Chicken, you need the following Ingredients.

  • Chicken
  • Flour
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Cashew Nuts
  • Bird's Eye Chilies
  • Onions
  • Bell Pepper

For Thai Cashew Chicken Sauce

  • Dark Soy Sauce
  • Oyster Sauce
  • Sugar
  • Minced Garlic
  • Chopped Bird's Eye Chilies

Recipe for Thai Cashew Chicken

Step 1: Coat Chicken in Flour, Salt, and Pepper

First of all cut boneless skinless chicken breast into small 1-inch cubes. Coat chicken cubes in flour, salt, and pepper.

chicken coated in flour salt and pepper

Step 2: Saute Chicken

Put your Instant Pot on Saute mode and heat some oil in it. As the oil gets hot, add chicken breast cut into small 1-inch cubes. Saute chicken until golden brown and crispy on the outside. Once done, take it out.

saueting chicken in instant pot

Step 3: Roast Cashews

In the same pot, add cashews and roast until they turn lightly golden brown. Toss them over and let both sides turn equally golden brown. Do not saute them for too long. They might burn. Once done, take them out and keep them aside. If they burn then do not add them to the recipe, it will taste bitter.

roasting raw cashews in instant pot
  • Step 4: Saute Bird's eye chili

In the same pot add Bird's eye chili and saute until it just starts to get brown. Once done, take them out and keep them aside.

sauteing bird eye chilies

Step 5: Make the Sauce

In a pyrex glass Jar combine Dark Soy Sauce, Oyster Sauce, Sugar, Minced Garlic, Chopped Bird's eye chilies, and some water. Stir well to combine, keep it aside.

sauce for thai cashew chicken in a pyrex glass jar

Step 6: Saute Onions & Bell Pepper

In the same pot, add chopped Onions. Saute until the onions turn translucent.

Once the onions are done, add thinly sliced bell pepper. Saute them for another minute.

sauteing onions and bell pepper in instant pot

Step 7: Add Chicken, Cashews, & Chilies

In the same pot, add Chicken, Cashews, and bird's eye chilies which you had sauteed and kept aside.

Step 8: Pour the Sauce

Now pour the Sauce that you had made in Step 5. Stir well and add cornstarch slurry (2 tablespoon cornstarch + 3 tablespoon water) let it simmer for a minute.

pouring sauce over cashew chicken in instant pot

Step 9: Pressure Cook for 3-minutes

Finally, cover the Instant pot with a Lid. Let it Pressure cook for 3-minutes on High Pressure. Once done allow the pressure to release naturally.

thai cashew nut chicken with cilantro over rice

And, that's how you make Thai Cashew Chicken in Instant Pot.

Is there any difference between Thai Cashew Chicken and Asian Cashew Chicken?

Generally, Asian Cashew Chicken which you find in popular restaurants all across America is mostly sweet. But, Thai Cashew Chicken is not too sweet. And, therefore we have added just a pinch of Granulated Sugar.

Secondly, Bird's Eye Chili is super-important for this recipe for Thai Cashew Nut Chicken. Bird's Eye Chili is widely grown in South East Asia. You can find this in any grocery store. Do not skip this. Bird's eye chili will give your Chicken that Authentic Thai Taste.

cashew nut chicken over rice

Extra Tips:

  • Be Patient while growing chicken. Since you are sauteing in an Instant pot, so it will take time. Keep stirring at regular intervals.
  • Use Raw cashews. Do not use Salted Cashews or else your recipe might turn out too salty.
  • You can also make this in a Saute pan. But, be careful as it might burn in a matter of minutes.

Other Thai Recipes you can try

  • Crispy Baked Thai Chicken Wings
  • Creamy Thai Peanut Chicken
  • Sweet Chili Chicken Recipe
  • Thai Red Coconut Chicken Curry with Jasmine Rice
  • Thai Curried Roasted Carrot and Ginger Soup
  • Thai Lemongrass Coconut Fried Rice With Zucchini
  • Thai Chicken Stir Fry
  • Vegetable Pad Thai
  • Thai Red Curry Noodle Soup
  • Easy Thai Green Curry Chicken Recipe
  • Thai Sweet and Sour Salmon
  • Thai Peanut Lime Shrimp Curry
  • Green Curry Shrimp | Thai Green Curry Recipe
  • Peanut Shrimp Pad Thai Recipe
  • Sticky Thai Meatballs with Peanut Sauce
  • Creamy Thai Coconut Shrimp Curry Recipe
cashew nut chicken over rice

Instant Pot Thai Cashew Chicken

Instant Pot Thai Cashew Chicken - Crispy Chicken, roasted cashews, and bird's eye chili tossed in a sweet and lightly spicy sauce make this incredibly delicious Asian Chicken Dinner recipe which the entire family will love.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes
allow the pressure to release naturally: 5 minutes minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 690kcal
Author: Surup

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 Tbsp. canola oil
  • 1 lbs. Boneless Skinless Chicken breasts cut into small cubes
  • 3 Tablespoons flour
  • 1 Teaspoon each Salt and ground Black Pepper
  • ½ Cup raw cashews unsalted
  • 4-5 Large Bird's Eye chilies thinly chopped
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • ½ medium bell pepper thinly sliced

Thai Cashew Chicken Sauce

  • 1 Teaspoon dark soy sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 Teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 3-4 cloves minced garlic
  • 5 large bird's eye chilies finely chopped

Cornstarch Slurry

  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons water

Garnish (OPTIONAL)

  • Chopped Green Onions & Chopped cilantro
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INSTRUCTIONS

  • Coat Chicken: Coat Chicken in four, Salt, and Pepper.
    chicken coated in flour salt and pepper
  • Saute Chicken: Put your Instant pot on Saute mode and heat some oil in it. Once the oil gets hot, add chicken cut into small cubes. Saute chicken on High until golden brown and crispy on the outside. Once done, take it out and keep aside.
    sauteing chicken in instant pot
  • Roast Cashews: In the same pot add raw cashews. Roast cashews on low heat until light brown on the outside. Do not overbrown. Once done, take it out and keep aside.
    roasting raw cashews in instant pot
  • Saute Bird's eye chilies: In the same pot add bird's eye chilies. Saute them until just starting to get browned. Remove from the pot and keep aside.
    sauteing bird eye chilies
  • Make Sauce: Combine all the ingredients for Thai Cashew Chicken Sauce and keep aside.
    sauce for thai cashew chicken in a pyrex glass jar
  • Saute Onions and bell pepper: Add chopped onions and thinly sliced bell pepper in the same pot. Saute until they tenderize on low heat.
    sauteing onions and bell pepper in instant pot
  • Add Sauteed Chicken, chilies, and cashews: Add Sauteed Chicken, Chilies, and roasted cashews back into the pot. Toss until combined.
    chicken cashews and chilies added to instant pot
  • Pour Sauce: Pour the sauce into the pot. Stir until combined.
    pouring sauce over cashew chicken in instant pot
  • Make Cornstarch Slurry: Make cornstarch slurry and pour it into the sauce. Stir well until the sauce thickens.
    pouring cornstarch slurry
  • Pressure cook: Cover the Instant Pot with lid. Pressure cook on high heat for 3-4 minutes. Allow pressure to release naturally.
    instant pot pressure cooking thai cashew nut chicken for three minutes
  • Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions and chopped cilantro. Serve with jeera rice or plain fried rice.
    thai cashew nut chicken with cilantro over rice

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Notes

Cashews: You can use roasted cashews as well. But, it is best if you use roasted cashews. Do not overcook. Cook just until they are lightly brown. 
Do not use Salted Cashews it will make your dish salty.
Chicken: You can use chicken thighs or Chicken Breasts. Chicken Thighs will make it juicer. But, breasts will work just fine.
Large Chilies: Use Large Chilies for the best result. Larger the chilies, the better the taste.
Dark Soy Sauce: Use Dark Soy Sauce for the best color and taste. You can also use light soy sauce or all-purpose soy sauce but the taste will be not as good.
Storage: If you have any leftovers, they can be refrigerated for up to 4 days. And, you can also freeze this.
 
 
 

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Instant Pot Thai Cashew Chicken
Amount Per Serving
Calories 690 Calories from Fat 315
% Daily Value*
Fat 35g54%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Trans Fat 0.1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 8g
Monounsaturated Fat 19g
Cholesterol 145mg48%
Sodium 686mg30%
Potassium 1237mg35%
Carbohydrates 37g12%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 8g9%
Protein 57g114%
Vitamin A 1001IU20%
Vitamin C 46mg56%
Calcium 52mg5%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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