Healthier General Tso's Chicken

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    564 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Asian

Healthier General Tso's Chicken

This healthier General Tso's chicken is a quick and easy meal for your weeknight rush. No breading or frying and made with a flavor-packed homemade sauce.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 3 teaspoons coconut oil divided
  • 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast tenders cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 2 teaspoons grated ginger
  • 1-1/2 cup chicken stock
  • 1/4 cup dried Thai birds eye chilies
  • 4 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 teaspoons corn starch
  • 2 teaspoons cold water
  • 2 green onions greens parts thinly sliced
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Instructions

  1. In a large 12-inch nonstick skillet set over medium-high heat add 2 teaspoons coconut oil.
  2. Once the oil is hot add in the chicken and cook until lightly browned and fully cooked, about 8 minutes.
  3. Remove the chicken from the pan and place the pan back on the heat.
  4. Add in the remaining 1 teaspoon of coconut oil and once the oil is hot add in the garlic and ginger. Cook for about 30 seconds or just until fragrant.
  5. Add in the chicken stock, chilies, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice wine vinegar, and hoisin sauce. Cook for about 5 minutes to help combine the flavors.
  6. In a small bowl whisk together cornstarch and cold water.
  7. Add the cornstarch mixture to the skillet on the stovetop. Stir to combine.
  8. Add the chicken back to the pan and continue cooking just until the mixture is thick and coats the chicken.
  9. Sprinkle green onions on the top and serve over rice with a side of vegetables if desired.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1g Calories 564kcal (28%) Carbohydrates 25g (8%) Protein 79g (158%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 7g Cholesterol 201mg (67%) Sodium 994mg (41%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 13g (26%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 564 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 564kcal 28%
Carbohydrates 25g 8%
Protein 79g 158%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7g 41%
Cholesterol 201mg 67%
Sodium 994mg 41%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 13g 26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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