Craving that sweet, tangy, crispy magic of General Tso’s Chicken but don’t want to wait for delivery? You’re in luck. This General Tso’s Chicken recipe brings all the bold, sticky-sweet flavor you love—right to your kitchen, no takeout menu required.
It’s the ultimate weeknight dinner hero: quick, crispy, and coated in an irresistibly rich sauce that clings to every bite. Whether you’re feeding the fam or impressing guests, this dish is a guaranteed winner.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Crispy, golden chicken without a deep fryer
- Sweet and savory sauce that hits all the right notes
- Simple ingredients you probably already have
- Perfect over fluffy white rice or stir-fried veggies
Ingredients You’ll Need
(Serves 2–3, but doubles beautifully)
- 8 oz chicken thigh or breast, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 2 eggs, beaten
- ½ cup cornstarch
- ¼ cup vegetable oil (for pan-frying)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ½ cup chicken stock
- ¼ cup hoisin sauce
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- ½ tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Let’s Cook! 🍳
- Prep the Chicken: Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Dip into the beaten eggs, then coat well in cornstarch. You want that crispy crunch!
- Fry to Perfection: In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Fry chicken pieces until golden and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes. Set aside.
- Build the Flavor Base: In the same skillet, sauté garlic and onions for 2–3 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- Create the Sauce: Add soy sauce, chicken stock, hoisin, sugar, vinegar, and sesame oil. Stir well and simmer for 4–5 minutes, until it slightly thickens.
- Bring It All Together: Toss the fried chicken back into the skillet and coat it generously with the sauce.
- Serve It Hot: Plate it over steamed rice, sprinkle with green onions, and dig in.
Final Bite 🍴
This homemade General Tso’s Chicken is everything you love about Chinese takeout—but fresher, faster, and so much more satisfying. Make it once, and it’ll become a regular in your dinner rotation.
Tag us when you try it and let us know: are you team extra-sauce or team extra-crispy?
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