🔥 Primal Eating Made Simple
Welcome to real food! This authentic paleo recipe brings you back to the basics of human nutrition—whole, unprocessed ingredients that our ancestors would recognize. If you’re following a paleo lifestyle, managing inflammation, avoiding grains and dairy, or simply seeking cleaner eating habits, this recipe is your perfect companion. No processed junk, no refined sugars, no grains—just pure, nourishing food that fuels your body the way nature intended!
🌿 Why This Paleo Recipe Works
The combination of flavors from the natural sweetness of the bell peppers, the aromatic notes of the scallions, the sweet-umami sauce, and the crunchiness and nuttiness of the cashews makes a super flavorful and simple Asian-inspired paleo recipe for your meal prep.
Paleo Cashew Chicken Recipe:
https://www.trifectanutrition.com//YouTube/paleo-cashew-chicken-recipe
Cook time: 20 min
Prep time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients:
16 ounces of Trifecta A La Carte chicken breast, diced
4 bell peppers, diced
4 scallions, washed, rough chopped, white and green bulbs separated
½ cup cashews
2 Tbsp. arrowroot powder
1/4 Tsp. kosher salt
1 Tbsp. coconut oil
Optional for plating (to make a round meal): Roasted sweet potato or regular roasted potato
Instructions:
1. If you are using Trifecta A La Carte chicken, remove the chicken from the container and dice it. Keep in a medium bowl on the side until needed. If using raw chicken, dice the chicken, transfer to a baking tray, and season with salt. For either method, sprinkle the 2 Tbsp. of the arrowroot powder along with a splash of water and spread to coat evenly. Set aside. Wash your station and cutting board, washing all surfaces where the raw chicken came in contact.
2. Cut all bell peppers into large square pieces, and keep them separated in a bowl. Next, slice the white bulbs of the scallions, separating them from the green bulbs. Keep in separate bowls. Make the sauce by combining all the ingredients listed above. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to simmer. Simmer over low heat until needed.
3. Heat up 1 tablespoon coconut oil in a large round skillet, or a wok if you have it. Once the coconut oil has melted and is shimmering, add the bell peppers plus the scallions and cook over high heat for a minute or two.
4. Season with a sprinkle of salt. Immediately add the chicken, cooking it for about 3-5 minutes over medium heat, adjusting it as needed, and making sure all sides of the chicken get as crisp and brown as possible.
5. Add the sauce and purposefully scrape any browned bits left on the bottom of the pan. Simmer the sauce for another 2 minutes, or until it thickens up.
6. Reduce the heat if needed. Add the cashews to the pan, and mix to fully incorporate. Remove from the heat and portion 4.5 ounces of the chicken per container for exact macros.
7. Optional (for filming): Roast potatoes, either sweet or regular and add to the bottom of the plate. Add extra vegetables to make it look more complete as well.
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In this comprehensive guide, Trifecta demonstrates authentic paleo cooking techniques that deliver:
- 🥩 Clean Protein Sources: Grass-fed meat, wild-caught fish, or pasture-raised poultry
- 🥬 Abundant Vegetables: Colorful, nutrient-dense plants that pack maximum nutrition
- 🥥 Healthy Natural Fats: Coconut oil, avocado, nuts—fats that humans thrived on for millennia
- 🚫 Zero Processed Ingredients: No grains, no dairy, no legumes, no refined sugars
- 💪 Anti-Inflammatory Benefits: Foods that reduce inflammation and support optimal health
🔬 Paleo Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Per Serving | Paleo Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 350-500 kcal | Sustained energy |
| Protein | 30-45 g | Muscle maintenance |
| Net Carbs | 15-25 g | Stable blood sugar |
| Dietary Fiber | 7-12 g | Gut health support |
| Healthy Fats | 20-35 g | Hormone balance |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | High | Anti-inflammatory |
| Micronutrients | Excellent | Vitamin & mineral rich |
*Nutritional analysis based on whole, unprocessed paleo ingredients. This recipe naturally excludes grains, dairy, legumes, refined sugars, and processed oils.
🏹 Essential Paleo Principles
- 🥩 Quality Protein Matters: Choose grass-fed beef, pasture-raised chicken, wild-caught fish, or wild game whenever possible. The quality of your protein directly impacts nutritional value and inflammatory markers. Conventional meat is acceptable if grass-fed isn’t available, but avoid processed meats with added sugars or preservatives.
- 🥑 Embrace Healthy Fats: Don’t fear fat! Use coconut oil for cooking, drizzle olive oil on vegetables, add avocado slices, and snack on nuts and seeds. Healthy fats are essential for hormone production, brain function, and nutrient absorption. They also keep you satisfied between meals.
- 🌈 Eat the Rainbow: Incorporate vegetables and fruits of all colors to maximize phytonutrient diversity. Dark leafy greens, orange sweet potatoes, red bell peppers, purple cabbage—each color provides unique beneficial compounds. Aim for 6-9 servings of vegetables daily.
- 🚫 Read Labels Carefully: Even “paleo-friendly” packaged foods can contain hidden non-paleo ingredients. Watch for added sugars (including “natural” ones like agave), seed oils, preservatives, and additives. When in doubt, stick to single-ingredient whole foods.
- 🥜 Navigate Nuts Wisely: While nuts are paleo-approved, they’re calorie-dense and can trigger inflammation if overconsumed. Stick to a small handful (about 1 ounce) as a serving. Soak and roast nuts to improve digestibility and reduce antinutrients.
- 🍠 Strategic Carb Timing: Adjust your starchy vegetable intake (sweet potatoes, squash, plantains) based on activity level. Active individuals need more carbs, while those focused on weight loss may benefit from lower carb paleo eating.
🔪 Paleo Cooking Mastery
- 🍳 Master Fat Sources: Keep coconut oil, ghee (if tolerated), avocado oil, and extra virgin olive oil stocked. Each has different smoke points—use coconut or avocado oil for high-heat cooking, olive oil for low-heat or finishing.
- 🧂 Season Like a Pro: Build your paleo spice cabinet with sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, and dried herbs. These add tremendous flavor without non-paleo ingredients.
- 🥘 One-Pan Wonders: Paleo meals often work beautifully as sheet pan dinners. Protein + vegetables + healthy fat + seasonings = easy cleanup and maximum flavor development.
- 🌿 Fresh Herbs Transform: Cilantro, parsley, basil, rosemary, and thyme elevate simple paleo meals to restaurant quality. Add fresh herbs at the end of cooking for maximum impact.
- 🍋 Acid Brightens: A squeeze of lemon or lime juice, or a splash of apple cider vinegar brightens flavors and aids digestion. This simple trick makes paleo food pop.
- 🥥 Coconut Products Versatility: Coconut milk, coconut cream, coconut flour, and coconut aminos are paleo staples that add richness and functionality to countless recipes.
🤔 Paleo Diet Questions
🥛 Why no dairy on paleo?
The paleo approach excludes dairy because it wasn’t part of human diets until agriculture began about 10,000 years ago. Many people have difficulty digesting lactose or reacting to dairy proteins like casein. However, some paleo practitioners include grass-fed butter or ghee since they’re primarily fat with minimal lactose or protein. Listen to your body and adjust accordingly.
🌾 What about “paleo” baked goods?
While paleo baking using almond flour, coconut flour, and natural sweeteners is technically allowed, it’s best enjoyed occasionally rather than daily. These foods are still calorie-dense and can trigger the same blood sugar responses as regular treats. Focus primarily on whole foods rather than trying to recreate modern comfort foods in paleo versions.
💪 Can I build muscle on paleo?
Absolutely! Paleo provides abundant high-quality protein and nutrients needed for muscle growth. Athletes often add more starchy vegetables like sweet potatoes and adjust portion sizes to meet increased caloric needs. Many bodybuilders and CrossFit athletes thrive on paleo eating.
🍎 How much fruit on paleo?
While fruit is paleo-approved, modern fruits are much sweeter than wild varieties our ancestors ate. Enjoy 1-3 servings daily, focusing on berries (lower sugar) and balancing fruit intake with vegetables. If weight loss is your goal, moderate fruit consumption and choose vegetables as your primary plant foods.
📺 Recipe by: Trifecta
🎬 Upload Date: 2021-05-12 13:00:21 | 🆔 Video ID: N3khl4qwDVw
