Easy General Tso's Chicken: Quick and Healthy at Home

Enjoy this healthier homemade General Tso's Chicken dish, ready in 30 minutes with crispy chicken and vibrant broccoli.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Chinese

Calories: 420

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 lbs Chicken Choose between breasts or thighs for the best tenderness.
1 tbsp Garlic Powder Adds a robust savory flavor that enhances the dish.
Black Pepper & Chili Flakes Adjust to your spice preference.
1/4 cup Flour Coats the chicken to create a delightful crispiness; gluten-free flour works too.
4 tbsp Butter or Olive Oil Enhances flavor and is essential for cooking the chicken and broccoli.

For the Broccoli

3 cups Broccoli Florets Nutritious and complements the chicken beautifully.

For the Sauce

1/3 cup Tamari or Soy Sauce The salty base packed with umami flavor.
3 tbsp Hoisin Sauce Adds a sweet depth to the sauce.
2 tbsp Rice Vinegar Introduces necessary acidity.
1 tbsp Chili Paste Elevates the heat level.
6 cloves Garlic Chopped for aromatic flavor.
1 tsp Ground Ginger Brings warmth and enhances the savory profile.
1 tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil Adds a rich nuttiness.

For Garnish

Sesame Seeds For a delightful crunch.
Green Onion Chopped for fresh pops of color.

Equipment

Sheet Pan
Mixing Bowl
Whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and prepare a sheet pan.
In a large bowl, combine cubed chicken with garlic powder, black pepper, and chili flakes. Add flour and toss to coat.
Spread seasoned chicken on one side of the pan. Toss broccoli florets with remaining melted butter, salt, and pepper, and arrange on the other side. Bake for 10-15 minutes.
While baking, mix tamari, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, chili paste, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil in a bowl to prepare the sauce.
Once chicken is cooked, remove broccoli from the oven. Pour sauce over chicken and toss to coat. Bake for an additional 5 minutes.
Let cool slightly, garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onion, and serve hot, optionally over rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 34gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Enjoy this General Tso's Chicken immediately for the best crispy texture.

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