Crock Pot Cashew Chicken

Sometimes you need a crock pot recipe in the summer.  One that gives you a punch of flavor and is filling.  Serve with some Jasmine Rice and a nice glass of wine ans you will think you are at PF Changs.

2 lbs chicken breasts boneless skinless , about 4 pieces, cut into smaller pieces
1/4 cup flour all purpose
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 Tbsp canola oil
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 Tbsp rice vinegar
2 Tbsp ketchup
1 Tbsp brown sugar
1 garlic clove minced
1/2 tsp fresh ginger grated
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 cup cashews UNSALTED

Instructions
Combine flour and pepper in resealable food storage bag. Add chicken. Shake to coat with flour mixture.
Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Brown chicken about 2 minutes on each side. Place chicken in slow cooker.
Combine soy sauce, vinegar, ketchup, sugar, garlic, ginger, and pepper flakes in small bowl; pour over chicken.
Cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours. Add cashews and stir.