General Tsos Chicken Recipe
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This General Tsos Chicken Recipe brings a favorite take-out dish home! So easy to prepare and ready in less than 30 minutes!
One of my absolutely favorite take-out dishes is General Tso’s Chicken. There’s just something about that spicy kick from the sauce with the chicken that I crave from time to time.
But generally, whenever I order take-out, I don’t feel my best afterwards. I’m not sure if it is the amount of sodium in the dish or preservatives, but as much as I love it while I’m eating it, I regret it soon afterward.
So, I decided to make it myself at home a few years back instead. I knew the major flavor profile and could figure out the ingredients and set about figuring out how to make a dish I love without dreading the headache and swollen feeling that followed. My other goal? Make it healthier so that I could feel good about feeding it to my family, too!
I decided to skip the step of frying the chicken in cornstarch and oil and just saute the chicken instead. I don’t miss the fried and it saves a whole lot of time in making my homemade General Tso’s Chicken.
Speaking of time? I can have my version on the table faster than we can order in from our local Chinese delivery.
Now, how cool is that?
Here’s how I make my homemade General Tso’s Chicken Recipe. I hope you love it, too!
General Tsos Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 red chili peppers, minced (deseeded for less heat)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 medium onion, sliced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce , or coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 green onions, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
Instructions
- Drizzle olive oil into large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chicken and cook, stirring frequently, until lightly browned, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Stir in chili peppers, garlic, and onion and cook until fragrant and the onions are tender, about 3 more minutes.
- Stir in tomato sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey and cook until thick and reduced, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in green onions and serve.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Enjoy!
Robyn xo
I love General Tsos Chicken and this healthier version did not disappoint. I made it exactly as per the directions and it turned out perfect. So far I haven’t been disappointed with any of your healthier take on take out food. Thanks!!!
What kind of red peppers did you use? Were they fresh or dried? Thank you!
A great, fast and fantastic tasting meal! Next time I think I will use half the honey and a bit more soy sauce as mine came out just a touch sweet for my liking. But still fantastic!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Ross!
Will you please add the cornstarch frying method?
Thanks for sharing It’s very quickly when I know that I didnt prepare breakfast
Many kinds of red peppers, no heat little heat and wow,
Looks awesome!! What kind of red peppers?
Huge fan of this take-out meal. Can not wait to try this recipe at home. Thank you for sharing.
This looks absolutely sensational and so so flavorful!
I love General Tsos chicken, Robyn. I can’t wait to get Jack to make this for me.
The Other Robin