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30 Minute General Tso’s Chicken

30 Minute General Tso's Chicken
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Experience the delight of a homemade meal in just 30 minutes with this quick and flavorful General Tso’s Chicken recipe. This baked dish features tender chicken coated in a rich, savory sauce made from scratch, providing a satisfying alternative to takeout. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe is not just easy to prepare but also versatile—pair it with rice, fresh vegetables, or enjoy it as lettuce wraps for a lighter option. Packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, this General Tso’s Chicken will surely be a hit at your dining table.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken breasts or thighs, cut into cubes
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 1/3 cup tamari or soy sauce
  • 4 tablespoons melted butter or extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 6 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • black pepper and chili flakes
  • 1/4 cup flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine chicken cubes with garlic powder, black pepper, chili flakes, and flour until evenly coated. Drizzle with melted butter and toss again.
  3. Arrange the chicken on one side of the baking sheet and add broccoli tossed in remaining butter on the other side.
  4. Bake for 10-15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  5. While baking, mix tamari, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil in a bowl.
  6. Remove broccoli from the oven and pour sauce over chicken; toss to coat well. Bake an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Serve hot alongside broccoli over rice or in lettuce wraps.

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