Homemade General Tso's Chicken

Transform your kitchen into a takeout haven with this irresistible Homemade General Tso's Chicken recipe! Perfectly crispy, golden-brown chicken thighs are coated in a glossy, tangy-sweet sauce made with soy sauce, hoisin, and a hint of spice from dried red chili peppers. With fragrant notes of garlic and ginger, this iconic dish brings bold flavors to every bite. Easy to prepare in under an hour, the recipe uses simple pantry staples like cornstarch, sugar, and rice vinegar, making it both convenient and delicious. Garnished with vibrant green onions and sesame seeds, this crowd-pleasing dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles. Skip the takeout and savor this restaurant-quality classic from the comfort of home!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 0.75 cup Cornstarch
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 cups Vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
• 2.5 tablespoons Sugar
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth
• 2 cloves Fresh garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, minced
• 4 whole Dried red chili peppers
• 0.5 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium bowl, mix together the cornstarch, flour, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk the eggs.

Step 4

Dip each chicken piece first into the egg mixture and then coat with the cornstarch-flour mixture. Set the coated pieces aside on a plate.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 6

Fry the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook each batch for about 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sugar, and chicken broth to prepare the sauce. Set aside.

Step 8

In a clean skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic, ginger, and dried red chili peppers. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Add the fried chicken to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.

Step 11

Drizzle sesame oil over the chicken and stir to combine.

Step 12

Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Step 13

Serve hot with steamed rice or your favorite noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1417.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5336.3

Total Fat 488.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 273.0g
Cholesterol 940.0mg	0%
Sodium 4839.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 128.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 42.8g
Protein 145.0g	0%

Vitamin D 113.8IU	0%
Calcium 205.3mg	0%
Iron 11.1mg	0%
Potassium 1869.7mg	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: 80.1%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 9.3%