Instant Pot Cashew Chicken

Instant Pot Cashew Chicken

A classic takeout favorite made at home in your Instant Pot. This recipe uses chicken breast to keep it on the lean side, but the chicken is tenderized to maintain a velvety texture. Serve over white rice.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
5

Ingredients

  • 14 ounces chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon mirin (Japanese sweet wine)
  • ¾ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons mirin (Japanese sweet wine)
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon peanut oil
  • ¾ cup raw cashews
  • 1 tablespoon white sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil
  • 2 cups green bell peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 medium onion, cut into eighths
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 (8 ounce) can baby corn, drained and cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained

Directions

Step 1
Place chicken in a mixing bowl and sprinkle with cornstarch; mix until each piece of chicken is well coated. Add 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1 tablespoon mirin on top and stir well. Set aside.

Step 2
Combine water, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons mirin, hoisin sauce, and 2 teaspoons sesame oil in a small bowl. Whisk together and set aside.

Step 3
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Add 1 teaspoon peanut oil, cashews, white sesame seeds, and black sesame seeds. Cook and stir until fragrant and toasted evenly, about 3 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon peanut oil, bell peppers, onion, and garlic and saute until vegetables have softened and garlic is fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add chicken mixture and stir well to combine. Mix in soy sauce mixture, baby corn, and water chestnuts. Stir until everything is well combined.

Step 4
Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 3 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Step 5
Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

379
Calories
19g
Fat
29g
Carbs
22g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Calories 379
% Daily Value *
Total Fat19g 25%
Saturated Fat4g 19%
Cholesterol45mg 15%
Sodium839mg 36%
Total Carbohydrate29g 11%
Dietary Fiber7g 25%
Total Sugars11g
Protein22g
Vitamin C50mg 252%
Calcium73mg 6%
Iron3mg 18%
Potassium490mg 10%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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