Easy Slow Cooker General Tso’s Chicken
A delightful twist on the classic takeout favorite, featuring tender chicken coated in a sticky, savory sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 370 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, sugar, cornstarch, minced garlic, minced ginger, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
- Coat the Chicken: Place the boneless chicken breasts in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over them, making sure they are thoroughly coated.
- Set to Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return to the slow cooker and stir well to mix with the sauce.
- Serve: Serve the General Tso’s chicken over rice, garnished with chopped green onions.
Notes
Adjust the spice level to your preference. Use fresh or thawed chicken for best results.