Lighter General Tso'S Chicken Recipe

Name: Lighter General Tso'S Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups long grain brown rice; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 1 lb snow peas or 1 lb sugar snap pea, trimmed and halved crosswise; 4 garlic cloves, sliced; 2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh ginger; 3 tablespoons light brown sugar; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 large egg whites; coarse salt; fresh ground black pepper; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, such as safflower (you might need a little more)

Servings: persons

1 1/4 cups long grain brown rice
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 lb snow peas or 1 lb sugar snap pea, trimmed and halved crosswise
4 garlic cloves, sliced
2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh ginger
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 large egg whites
coarse salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, such as safflower (you might need a little more)

1
Cook rice according to package instructions.
2
Meanwhile, in large bowl, stir together 1 T cornstarch and 1/2 cup cold water until smooth.
3
Add snow peas or sugar snap peas, garlic, ginger, sugar, soy sauce and red pepper flakes; toss to combine and set aside.
4
In another bowl, whisk together egg whites, remaining 3 T cornstarch, 1/2 t salt and 1/4 t pepper.
5
Add chicken and toss to coat.
6
In large nonstick skillet, heat 1 T oil over medium-high heat.
7
Lift half the chicken from egg-white mixture (shaking off excess) and add to skillet.
8
Cook, turning occasionally, until golden, 6-8 minutes.
9
Transfer to a plate, repeat with remaining oil and chicken, and set aside (reserve skillet).
10
Add snow pea mixture to skillet.
11
Cover and cook until snow peas are tender and sauce has thickened, about 5 minutes.
12
Return chicken to skillet (with any juices); toss to coat.
13
Serve with the rice.

1200

kcal

Calories

Fat

212

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 cups long grain brown rice, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1 lb snow peas or 1 lb sugar snap pea, trimmed and halved crosswise, 4 garlic cloves, sliced, and more.

Yes, Lighter 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lighter General Tso'S Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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