Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this General Tso’s Chicken Recipe, a beloved Chinese-American classic that brings the perfect balance of sweet and spicy to your dining table. This dish features tender chicken thighs coated in a crispy cornstarch crust, tossed in a savory sauce made with ginger, garlic, and soy sauce. Not only is it quick and easy to prepare, but it also makes for an impressive meal for family dinners or gatherings. Enjoy it served over steamed rice or alongside vibrant stir-fried vegetables for a satisfying experience that rivals your favorite takeout.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb chicken thighs (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1/2 cup corn starch
- 1/4 cup extra light olive oil
- 2 tbsp minced ginger
- 3 cloves garlic
- 5 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 4 tbsp granulated sugar
- Red pepper flakes (to taste)
Instructions
- Coat chicken pieces with corn starch and set aside.
- Whisk together sauce ingredients (ginger, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar).
- Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat; cook chicken in batches until golden brown.
- Sauté garlic and ginger in the same skillet until fragrant.
- Add sauce to the skillet; bring to simmer and add cooked chicken back in, tossing to coat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 115mg