Spicy Garlic Cashew Chicken

• cashews, roasted, salted↗1 cup
• cilantro, chopped (include stems)↗6 tablespoons
• olive oil↗1⁄4 cup
• garlic cloves, roughly chopped↗4
• soy sauce↗2 tablespoons
• brown sugar↗2 teaspoons
• jalapeno pepper, sliced↗1 -2
• lime, juiced, plus lime wedges for garnish↗1
• chicken thighs↗2 lbs

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   In a blender or food processor, blend together the cashews, cilantro, oil, garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, jalapeño, lime juice, and 2 tablespoons of water.

2. 2

   Blend until a smooth paste.

3. 3

   Add salt and pepper to taste.

4. 4

   Reserve a third of the marinade for serving with the chicken.

5. 5

   Use the rest for coating the chicken.

6. 6

   Sprinkle salt and pepper all over the chicken pieces.

7. 7

   Coat the chicken pieces with the marinade.

8. 8

   Chill for an hour or two.

9. 9

   Bring to room temperature before cooking.

10. 10

    Preheat broiler or grill.

11. 11

    Broil or grill chicken, turning frequently, until golden and crisp and a meat thermometer reads 175°F when inserted into the thickest part of the thigh (not touching a bone), or when the juices run clear (not pink) when cut into with a knife.

12. 12

    About 20 to 30 minutes.

13. 13

    Serve with lime wedges, reserved marinade, and cilantro.