Description
Quick & Easy General Tso Chicken is a delightful fusion of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors that can be made in just 25 minutes. This dish features crispy chicken pieces coated in a tantalizing sauce that rivals your favorite takeout. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to follow but also highly adaptable. You can even air fry the chicken for a healthier twist, making it a guilt-free indulgence that everyone will love. Serve it over rice or noodles, and enjoy a restaurant-quality meal right at home.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb skinless boneless chicken thighs (or chicken breast)
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- ½ cup cold water
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together all sauce ingredients and set aside.
- Dice chicken into 1.5-inch pieces without drying.
- Coat chicken with cornstarch in a large bowl.
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat and fry chicken in small batches until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Remove from pan and drain excess oil.
- Add ginger to the pan, followed by the sauce mixture; bring to a boil until thickened.
- Toss fried chicken with sauce and garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Use fresh ginger and garlic for enhanced flavor. Fry in small batches for optimal crispiness. Adjust spice levels by modifying red pepper flakes according to your taste.