Description
Easy Crockpot General Tso’s Chicken is a delightful dish that brings the flavors of your favorite Asian takeout right to your kitchen. Tender chicken pieces are slowly cooked in a sweet and tangy sauce made from soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, creating a meal that’s not only comforting but also bursting with flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe is simple enough for cooks of all skill levels. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying dinner that will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from chicken breasts and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
- Place chicken in the crockpot and pour the sauce over it; stir gently to coat.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Stir before serving; drizzle with sesame oil and garnish with green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg