This recipe is even better than the restaurant version, my hubby loves it.
This Slow Cooker General Tso’s Chicken offers a deliciously effortless twist on a beloved takeout dish. With just a bit of prep and your slow cooker doing the heavy lifting, you’ll enjoy tender, flavorful chicken coated in a sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy sauce.
🍽️ Slow Cooker General Tso’s Chicken
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces | 4 |
| Cornstarch | ½ cup |
| Salt | ½ teaspoon |
| Pepper | ¼ teaspoon |
| Vegetable oil | 2 teaspoons |
| Chicken broth | ½ cup |
| Black bean sauce | ¼ cup |
| Rice vinegar | ¼ cup |
| Hoisin sauce | 2 teaspoons |
| Dark brown sugar | 2 tablespoons |
| Garlic, minced | 2 tablespoons |
| Ginger, minced | 1 teaspoon |
| Red pepper flakes | 1½ teaspoons |
| Green onions, sliced | For garnish (optional) |
| Sesame seeds | For garnish (optional) |
👨🍳 Instructions:
Step 1: Coat the Chicken
- Toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until fully coated.
Step 2: Sear for Flavor
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook for 3–5 minutes, just until browned (not cooked through).
- Transfer the browned chicken to the slow cooker.
Step 3: Make the Sauce
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, black bean sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
Step 4: Combine and Cook
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Stir to coat the chicken evenly.
- Cover and cook on:
- LOW for 4 hours, or
- HIGH for 2 hours, until the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Step 5: Finish and Serve
- Serve the chicken hot over steamed rice or noodles.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired, for extra flavor and color.
🍛 Tips & Serving Suggestions:
- Customize the spice: Adjust red pepper flakes to your heat preference.
- Add veggies: Toss in steamed broccoli, bell peppers, or snow peas just before serving.
- Meal prep friendly: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
