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Popeye Tso'S Chicken (General Tso'S Chicken Made Wi

Name: Popeye Tso'S Chicken (General Tso'S Chicken Made With Popeye'S Chicken Nuggets) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup low sodium chicken stock; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce; 1 teaspoon Chinese chili paste; 2 teaspoons sesame oil; 3 tablespoons sugar; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 2 tablespons vegetable oil; 2 cloves minced garlic (about 2 teaspoons; 1 teapsoon minced fresh ginger; A half dozen dried red whole chilis; 18 to 24 pieces Popeye's Chicken Nuggets, or 3 order Popeye's Popcorn Shrimp; 3 scallion greens, sliced

Try this homemade Popeye Tso'S Chicken (General Tso'S Chicken Made With Popeye'S Chicken Nuggets) recipe the whole family will love. Made with chicken s…

This Popeye Tso'S Chicken (General Tso'S Chicken Made With Popeye'S Chicken Nuggets) relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as low sodium chicken stock, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar and hoisin sauce. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 1309 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

1309

kcal

Calories

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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