Savory Slow Cooker General Tso's Chicken You'll Love

Delicious General Tso's chicken, slow-cooked to perfection with a sweet and savory sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 5

Thickening Time 30

Total Time 5 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pounds chicken thighs Juicy and tender, perfect for slow cooking.

For the Sauce

0.5 cup soy sauce Low-sodium options are great for a lighter sauce.
0.33 cup brown sugar Coconut sugar or maple syrup can also be used.
2 cloves garlic (minced) Feel free to add more if desired.
1 tablespoon ginger (minced) Ground ginger can substitute if needed.
chili flakes Adjust based on your heat preference.
2 tablespoons sesame oil Can replace with a neutral oil if preferred.

For Thickening

2 tablespoons cornstarch Arrowroot starch is a gluten-free alternative.

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and place them in the slow cooker.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and chili flakes until well combined.
Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker and gently stir to combine.
Cover the slow cooker and set to cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
About 30 minutes before serving, mix the cornstarch with a small amount of water and stir into the slow cooker.
Once the sauce has thickened, give everything a final stir and serve over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently in a saucepan.

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