Easy General Tso's Chicken

Satisfy your takeout cravings at home with this Easy General Tso’s Chicken recipe—a perfect balance of crispy, tender chicken and a flavorful, tangy-sweet sauce with a hint of heat. Made with boneless, skinless chicken thighs, this easy weeknight dinner uses simple pantry staples like soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and rice vinegar to create the signature glaze, while fresh garlic, ginger, and red chili flakes add an aromatic kick. The chicken is lightly coated in cornstarch and fried to golden perfection, then tossed in the sticky, savory sauce for an irresistible finish. Garnished with fresh green onions and nutty sesame seeds, this dish is a feast for the senses. Ready in under 40 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is best served over steamed rice for a wholesome and delicious meal that’s quicker (and tastier) than takeout!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 1 large Egg
• 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1.5 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp Hoison sauce
• 2 tbsp Sugar
• 0.25 cup Water
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Ginger, minced
• 0.5 tsp Red chili flakes
• 2 stalks Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
• 1 tbsp Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg. Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat.

Step 3

Place the cornstarch in a shallow dish. Dredge the chicken pieces in the cornstarch until fully coated. Shake off excess and set aside on a plate.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot and shimmering, fry the chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sugar, and water to create the sauce. Set aside.

Step 6

In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of the frying oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, ginger, and red chili flakes. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Pour the prepared sauce mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 8

Add the fried chicken into the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce evenly.

Step 9

Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Step 10

Serve immediately with steamed rice or your favorite side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1252.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5493.8

Total Fat 536.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 786.5mg	0%
Sodium 2710.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.9g	0%
Total Sugars 37.7g
Protein 132.7g	0%

Vitamin D 85.5IU	0%
Calcium 254.8mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 1566.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 85.1%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 5.5%