Thai Cashew Chicken Fingers
These Thai Cashew Chicken Fingers are a quick and easy way to get your Thai food fix. They're made with boneless, skinless chicken breasts that are coated in a flavorful cornstarch batter and then air fried until golden brown. The chicken fingers are then tossed in a sweet and savory Thai cashew sauce. They're perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and they're also great for parties.
The inspiration for these Thai Cashew Chicken Fingers came to me while I was on a trip to Thailand. I was eating at a street food stall when I saw a vendor making a similar dish. The chicken fingers were so crispy and flavorful, and the cashew sauce was the perfect complement. I knew I had to recreate this dish at home, so I experimented with different ingredients and techniques until I came up with this recipe. I'm so glad I did, because these Thai Cashew Chicken Fingers are now one of my favorite dishes to make. They're quick and easy to make, and they're always a hit with my family and friends.
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Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 12 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ginger powder
  • 1/4 cup cashew nuts, roughly chopped
Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the chicken, cornstarch, coconut aminos, fish sauce, honey, garlic powder, and ginger powder.
  2. Toss to coat evenly.
  3. Place the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  4. Cook at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Remove from the air fryer and sprinkle with the chopped cashew nuts.
  6. Serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • The cornstarch batter helps to create a crispy exterior on the chicken fingers.
  • The coconut aminos, fish sauce, and honey give the chicken fingers a savory and slightly sweet flavor.
  • The cashew sauce adds a creamy and nutty flavor to the chicken fingers.
  • Air frying the chicken fingers ensures that they are cooked evenly and quickly.