General Tso’s Chicken
If you’re craving a dish that combines sweet, savory, and a hint of spice, General Tso’s Chicken is your answer! This homemade version captures the essence of the beloved American-Chinese favorite with crispy chicken pieces bathed in a deliciously tangy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleaser at gatherings, this recipe is quick to whip up and offers the satisfaction of knowing exactly what’s in your meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American-Chinese
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or cornstarch)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp garlic salt
- 1 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup white distilled vinegar
- 6 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp red chili pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cube the chicken breasts and coat them in a mixture of flour (or cornstarch), paprika, and garlic salt.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry the coated chicken pieces until golden brown (3-5 minutes per side).
- In a separate saucepan, combine sugar, water, vinegar, soy sauce, and chili flakes; bring to a gentle boil and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Pour the sauce over the fried chicken in the skillet and stir gently to coat. Cook together for another couple of minutes.
- Serve hot over rice or alongside steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Find it online: https://isabellacooks.com/general-tsos-chicken/