Description
Crispy, sweet, and spicy General Tso’s chicken made quickly in an air fryer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- cut into 1‑inch bite‑size pieces
- 3 Tbsp cornstarch
- 1 Tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 Tbsp low‑sodium soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger
- grated
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 1 Tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 Tbsp water (slurry)
- 2 Tbsp sliced green onions (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (optional
- for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with 3 Tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Drizzle 1 Tbsp vegetable oil over the chicken and stir to create a thin, glossy layer that will help the air fryer crisp the surface.,Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
- Arrange the coated chicken in a single layer in the basket, making sure pieces do not overlap.
- Cook for 8 minutes, then shake the basket or flip the pieces and continue cooking for another 4‑5 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).,While the chicken cooks, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, red pepper flakes, and broth in a small saucepan.
- Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.,Stir the cornstarch‑water slurry into the simmering sauce.
- Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy, about 2‑3 minutes.
- Remove from heat.,Transfer the cooked chicken to a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the thickened sauce over the chicken and toss gently until every piece is fully coated.
- Let the chicken sit for 2 minutes so the glaze adheres.,Serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
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