Spicy Honey Cashew Chicken Crunch Bowl 🍯🌶️🥜
A fusion of sweet, spicy, and crunchy! This bowl features grilled honey-garlic chicken paired with a creamy, slightly sweet cashew butter sauce, crunchy cashew slaw, and a drizzle of spicy honey-cashew dressing.
Servings: 4
Total Calories (for the entire recipe): ~550 calories
Calories per Serving: ~137 calories
Ingredients:
For the Grilled Chicken:
• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts 🍗
• 2 tablespoons honey 🍯
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 🌱
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced 🧄
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes 🌶️
• Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
For the Crunchy Cashew Slaw:
• 2 cups shredded red cabbage 🥬
• 1 cup shredded carrots 🥕
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced 🌶️
• 1/4 cup toasted cashews, chopped 🥜
• 1/4 cup crispy wonton strips 🍜
For the Spicy Honey-Cashew Dressing:
• 2 tablespoons cashew butter 🥜
• 2 tablespoons honey 🍯
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce 🌱
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 🍚
• 1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce 🌶️
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil 🌾
• Water to thin (optional) 💧
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Chicken:
• In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes.
• Coat the chicken breasts in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
• Grill the chicken on medium heat for about 6-7 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
• Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice it into thin strips.
2. Make the Spicy Honey-Cashew Dressing:
• In a small bowl, whisk together cashew butter, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili garlic sauce, and sesame oil. If the dressing is too thick, add water until the desired consistency is reached.
3. Prepare the Crunchy Cashew Slaw:
• In a large bowl, combine shredded red cabbage, carrots, bell peppers, toasted cashews, and crispy wonton strips.
4. Assemble the Bowl:
• In each serving bowl, layer the crunchy cashew slaw.
• Top with the grilled honey-garlic chicken strips.
5. Dress the Salad:
• Drizzle the spicy honey-cashew dressing over the bowl and toss to coat.
6. Serve and Enjoy:
• Serve immediately or refrigerate for a chilled, crunchy meal.
This Spicy Honey Cashew Chicken Crunch Bowl is packed with bold flavors, a creamy dressing, and plenty of crunch – it’s the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory! 🍯🌶️🥜