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Slow Cooker General Tso’s Chicken

Savory Slow Cooker General Tso's Chicken Ready in No Time

Enjoy a comforting, gluten-free takeout favorite with this Slow Cooker General Tso’s Chicken, prepared with minimal effort.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Breasts or thighs for richer flavor
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Hoisin Sauce homemade version for extra freshness
  • 1/4 cup Rice Wine Vinegar apple cider vinegar works as a substitute
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar honey or maple syrup are alternatives
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil reduce for a lighter taste
For Coating and Cooking
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch can be replaced with arrowroot starch
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil olive or sesame oil can enhance flavors
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions chopped finely for best presentation
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds for visual appeal and crunch

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Ziplock bag

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Slow Cooker General Tso’s Chicken
  1. In a ziplock bag, add the chicken breasts and sprinkle in cornstarch, sealing the bag tightly. Shake vigorously until each piece is evenly coated without any clumps.
  2. Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil shimmers, add the coated chicken pieces and brown for about 2 minutes on each side.
  3. Carefully transfer the lightly browned chicken into your slow cooker, ensuring even distribution.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the hoisin sauce, rice wine vinegar, light brown sugar, and sesame oil until well blended and smooth.
  5. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring each piece is generously coated.
  6. Cover your slow cooker and set it to low heat for 2 to 3 hours.
  7. Once cooking is complete, garnish the chicken with freshly chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, sautéing the chicken enhances flavor and ensures a tender texture. Adjust sauce spice level to preference.

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