General Tso's Chicken

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

1/2 cup cornstarch

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking spray

For the Sauce:

1/3 cup soy sauce

3 tablespoons sugar

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

1 tablespoon hoisin sauce

1 tablespoon sriracha (optional for spice)

2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 teaspoon grated ginger

For Garnish:

Sesame seeds

Sliced green onions

Directions:

Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, combine cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken pieces in the mixture until evenly coated.

Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (190°C) for 5 minutes.

Cook the Chicken: Place the coated chicken pieces in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Lightly spray with cooking spray. Air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.

Make the Sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sriracha (if using), minced garlic, and grated ginger. Bring to a simmer and add the cornstarch slurry. Stir until the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.

Combine Chicken and Sauce: Toss the crispy chicken in the sauce until fully coated.

Serve: Plate the chicken and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve hot with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes

Kcal: 360 kcal | Servings: 4 servings