General Tsos Chicken with Rice

Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy with this homemade General Tso’s Chicken served over fluffy white rice. This crowd-pleasing dish features crispy, golden fried chicken thighs coated in a rich, glossy sauce made from soy sauce, hoisin, garlic, ginger, and a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Paired with tender-crisp broccoli florets and a side of perfectly steamed rice, this recipe combines restaurant-quality flavor with easy, step-by-step preparation in just under an hour. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend takeout cravings, this flavorful Chinese-American classic is sure to become a household favorite. Garnish with fresh green onions for a vibrant finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken thighs
• 1 cup cornstarch
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ginger
• 2 cups vegetable oil
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 cup white rice
• 2 cups water
• 2 green onions
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Prepare the batter by whisking together the cornstarch, all-purpose flour, and a pinch of salt in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and stir in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce. Dip each piece of chicken into the egg mixture, then coat it in the dry batter mixture.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Once the oil reaches 350°F (175°C), carefully fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and fully cooked, about 5-6 minutes per batch. Remove the chicken and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, ketchup, sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes to create the sauce.

Step 6

In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.

Step 7

Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the broccoli and bring it to a simmer. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 8

Add the fried chicken pieces to the skillet and toss them in the sauce until coated evenly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

In a medium saucepan, combine the white rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.

Step 10

Serve the General Tso's Chicken over a bed of cooked white rice. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2093.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5663.3

Total Fat 480.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 269.7g
Cholesterol 799.8mg	0%
Sodium 3774.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 217.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 46.4g
Protein 153.2g	0%

Vitamin D 113.8IU	0%
Calcium 276.8mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 1776.6mg	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: 74.5%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 15.0%