Description
General Tso’s Chicken is a beloved dish that transforms your kitchen into a Chinese takeout haven. This homemade version captures the perfect harmony of sweet and spicy flavors, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or entertaining guests. Featuring crispy chicken coated in a savory sauce, this dish is sure to impress while being quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes. Whether you’re craving comfort food or looking to spice up your weeknight meals, General Tso’s Chicken delivers a satisfying experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb chicken thighs (trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1/2 cup corn starch
- 1/4 cup extra light olive oil (for frying)
- 2 tbsp minced ginger
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 5 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 4 tbsp granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by cutting it into cubes and coating with cornstarch.
- Whisk together all ingredients for the sauce in a separate bowl.
- Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and fry the chicken until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken and sauté garlic, ginger, and pepper flakes in the same pan.
- Add the sauce mixture, simmer briefly, then return the chicken to coat well before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg