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A close-up side view of General Tso's Chicken with a glossy sauce.
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General Tso's Chicken

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A flavorful Chinese-American dish featuring crispy chicken coated in a savory, sweet, and tangy sauce, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Dipping and coating

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 0.25 cup cornstarch (divided)
  • 3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil

Oil for deep-fat frying

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs (cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
  • 2 garlic cloves minced garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 green onions sliced green onions
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Instructions 

  • Whisk chicken broth and 1 tablespoon cornstarch; add soy sauce, vinegar, hoisin, sugar, and sesame oil. Set aside.
  • Heat oil to 375°F; coat chicken pieces in 1/4 cup cornstarch and fry until golden, 2-3 minutes per side. Drain and keep warm.
  • Stir-fry ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes in canola oil until fragrant; add sauce and cook until thickened, about 2 minutes.
  • Add fried chicken to sauce, toss to coat, then garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

For extra crispiness, double coat the chicken in cornstarch before frying.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese-American
Keyword: chicken