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A serving of General Tso's Chicken coated in a rich, sweet, and spicy sauce, garnished with scallions.

Quick way to grow General Tso's Chicken fanatics

This recipe provides a quick and delicious way to make General Tso's Chicken, perfect for turning anyone into a fan. It combines crispy chicken with a flavorful, sweet, and tangy sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 0.5 cup cornstarch
  • 1 egg
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • wok or large skillet
  • whisk
  • wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk egg, salt, and pepper; add chicken and toss to coat.
  3. In a separate shallow dish, place cornstarch.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Dredge each chicken piece in cornstarch, shaking off excess, then carefully place in hot oil.
  6. Fry chicken in batches for 4-6 minutes until golden brown and crispy, then remove and drain on a wire rack.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients until smooth.
  8. Pour out all but 1 tablespoon of oil from the skillet, then add garlic and ginger and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
  9. Add sauce mixture to the skillet and bring to a simmer, cooking until it thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
  10. Add crispy chicken to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
  11. Garnish with green onions and serve immediately with rice.

Notes

For extra spice, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. Adjust sugar and vinegar to your taste preference.