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Simplified Crispy Sesame General Tso's Chicken

This dish is a simplified preparation of a classic General Tso's chicken, featuring pan-fried chicken breasts lightly coated in cornstarch for a lighter take on the traditional recipe. Served with steamy white rice and crisp steamed broccoli, this hearty plate will please any fan of Asian cuisine.
50 min
TOTAL TIME
464
CALORIES
$2.31
PER SERVING
Simplified Crispy Sesame General Tso's Chicken
Directions
CHICKEN
30 min
PREP TIME
20 min
COOK TIME
50 min
TOTAL TIME
1
In a medium bowl, combine the toasted sesame oil, egg white, and cornstarch.
2
Slice chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces. Add them to the bowl and mix until coated. Let it stand for 20 minutes.
3
In a large nonstick skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
4
Add the chicken pieces one by one, pan-frying each until golden brown. This procedure should take about 4 minutes each side. Set them aside on a plate lined with paper towels.
SAUCE
5
In the same skillet, add the ginger and garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
6
Pour the store-bought General Tso's sauce into the skillet, and stir until heated.
7
Return the chicken to the skillet and toss until coated with the sauce. Add the sliced scallions and stir for another 30 seconds to combine.
SERVE
8
Serve the chicken over steamed rice and broccoli.
Health Info
Macros
43g
CARBS
18g
FAT
28g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
LACTOSE FREE
Contains these allergens
SOYBEANS
EGGS
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