Low Sodium General Tso's Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavor-packed Low Sodium General Tso's Chicken, a lighter twist on a beloved takeout favorite. Tender pieces of boneless, skinless chicken thighs are coated in a crispy cornstarch batter and tossed in a glossy, homemade sauce bursting with the bold flavors of garlic, ginger, and a touch of honey for sweetness. By using low-sodium soy sauce and chicken broth, this recipe slashes sodium without sacrificing taste, making it a heart-healthier option that doesn’t skimp on indulgence. Finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this dish is perfect served alongside fluffy rice or steamed vegetables. Quick to prepare and utterly satisfying, this homemade General Tso's alternative is the ultimate combination of crispy, sticky, savory, and slightly spicy.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup Cornstarch
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Green onions, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
• 1 cup Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces. Pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 2

In a bowl, whisk the egg and then toss the chicken pieces in it. Coat the chicken with cornstarch, ensuring all pieces are evenly covered, and set aside.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes. Add the low-sodium chicken broth and sesame oil to the mixture and stir well. This creates the sauce.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the chicken pieces in batches, avoiding overcrowding. Fry each batch for about 4-5 minutes or until the chicken is golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken and place on paper towels to drain the excess oil.

Step 5

Discard any excess oil from the skillet, leaving behind just a tablespoon, and reduce the heat to medium.

Step 6

Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Allow it to cook until slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Add the fried chicken pieces back into the skillet, tossing them to coat evenly with the sauce.

Step 8

Garnish the chicken with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot alongside rice or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1061.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3398.5

Total Fat 282.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 142.9g
Cholesterol 786.5mg	0%
Sodium 1556.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 100.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g	0%
Total Sugars 35.5g
Protein 131.3g	0%

Vitamin D 85.5IU	0%
Calcium 110.9mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 1262.4mg	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: 73.3%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 11.6%