Description
General Tso Chicken is a beloved Chinese-American classic known for its crispy chicken pieces tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce. This easy homemade version captures the essence of restaurant-quality flavors, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Serve it alongside steamed rice and vibrant vegetables for an unforgettable meal that brings the magic of your favorite takeout right to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup cornstarch
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp Sriracha or chili paste (adjust to taste)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk the egg with salt and pepper; coat the chicken pieces and let them marinate for about 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle cornstarch over the marinated chicken until well-coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; fry the chicken until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.
- In another bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, Sriracha, garlic, and ginger for the sauce.
- Combine cooked chicken with the sauce in the skillet; toss until evenly coated before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg