General Tso's Chicken Recipe

Name: General Tso's Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 lb. boneless chicken breast; 2 tsp. dark soy sauce; 2 tsp. rice winesherry; 1 tsp. finely chopped ginger root; 1 tsp. cornstarch; 1 tsp. sesame oil; 1/3 cup peanut oil; 2 dried red chiles, halved lengthwise; 1 tbsp. chopped fresh orange peel; 2 tsp. dried citrus peel, soaked and coarsely chopped; 1/2 tsp. roasted sichuan peppercorns, finely ground (optional); 2 tsp. dark soy sauce; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. sugar; 1/2 tsp. sesame oil

Servings: persons

3/4 lb. boneless chicken breast
2 tsp. dark soy sauce
2 tsp. rice winesherry
1 tsp. finely chopped ginger root
1 tsp. cornstarch
1 tsp. sesame oil
1/3 cup peanut oil
2 dried red chiles, halved lengthwise
1 tbsp. chopped fresh orange peel
2 tsp. dried citrus peel, soaked and coarsely chopped
1/2 tsp. roasted sichuan peppercorns, finely ground (optional)
2 tsp. dark soy sauce
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. sesame oil

1
Cut chicken into thin slices 2-inches long against the grain.
2
Place in bowl with soy sauce, rice wine, ginger, cornstarch and sesame oil.
3
Mix toegher and let marinate for 20 minutes.
4
Heat the peanut oil in a wok until very hot.
5
Remove chicken with a slotted spoon and place in pan; stir-fry for 2 minutes until browned.
6
Remove and drain in a colander.
7
Pour off most of the oil, leaving about 2 teaspoons.
8
Reheat the pan over high heat and then add the dried chiles.
9
Stir-fry them for 10 seconds, and then return the chicken to the pan.
10
Add the rest of the ingredients and stir-fry for 4 minutes, mixing well.
11
Serve the dish at once.

295

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 lb. boneless chicken breast, 2 tsp. dark soy sauce, 2 tsp. rice winesherry, 1 tsp. finely chopped ginger root, and more.

Yes, General Tso's Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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General Tso's Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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