General Tso’s Chicken (25 Minutes)

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General Tso’s Chicken is a popular and flavorful Chinese dish that combines crispy chicken pieces with a tangy and slightly sweet sauce. The chicken is lightly coated in cornstarch and stir-fried to achieve a crispy texture, and then tossed in a rich sauce made with soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and spices. The result is a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Let’s get started!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, for frying
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch until they are well coated.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
  3. In the same pan, add minced garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, honey, and red pepper flakes. Pour the sauce mixture into the pan with garlic and ginger.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the pan and toss to coat it evenly with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
  6. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions.
  7. Serve the General Tso’s Chicken over cooked rice and enjoy!

Notes

For best results, make sure the chicken pieces are evenly coated in cornstarch for a crispy texture. You can also add additional vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli to the dish for extra flavor and nutrition if desired. Serve the General Tso’s Chicken immediately to maintain its crispiness and enjoy!

*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.

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