Healthier General Tso's Chicken

Author: Brandy O'Neill - Nutmeg Nanny

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.

5 from 3 votes

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Equipment

Ingredients

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

Instructions

In a large 12-inch nonstick skillet set over medium-high heat add 2 teaspoons coconut oil.
Once the oil is hot add in the chicken and cook until lightly browned and fully cooked, about 8 minutes.
Remove the chicken from the pan and place the pan back on the heat.
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.
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.
In a small bowl whisk together cornstarch and cold water.
Add the cornstarch mixture to the skillet on the stovetop. Stir to combine.
Add the chicken back to the pan and continue cooking just until the mixture is thick and coats the chicken.
Sprinkle green onions on the top and serve over rice with a side of vegetables if desired.

Nutrition

Course Main Course

Cuisine Asian

Keyword general tso's chicken healthy, healthy general tso's chicken, non fried general tso's chicken

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