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Crockpot General Tso’s Chicken

Crockpot General Tso’s Chicken: Effortless Flavor for Families

Enjoy this family-friendly Crockpot General Tso’s Chicken, a delicious meal with tender chicken thighs and a sweet savory sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs Tender and juicy, provides the best texture.
For the Sauce
  • ½ cup Soy Sauce Use low-sodium if you're watching your salt intake.
  • ¼ cup Hoisin Sauce Adds sweetness and complexity.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar works well as a substitute.
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with honey or white sugar, but taste may vary.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Freshly minced for best aroma.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Ground ginger can be used as a substitute.
For Heat and Thickening
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional, adjust according to spice tolerance.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch For thickening the sauce.
  • 4 tablespoons Water To mix with cornstarch.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped for garnish.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds For a crunchy texture.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Optional Browning: Brown the chicken thighs in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes until golden brown, then transfer to the crockpot.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In the crockpot, combine browned chicken thighs with soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, minced garlic, fresh ginger, and red pepper flakes. Stir well.
  3. Set the Temperature: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours until chicken is tender.
  4. Thicken the Sauce: Mix cornstarch with water until smooth, stir into the chicken, and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Serve chicken over rice, and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Consider browning the chicken for extra flavor. Adjust spice levels and store leftovers properly for future meals.

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