Slow Cooker General Tso's Chicken
Slow Cooker General Tso's Chicken - just like your favorite take-out! A simple sauce with bold flavor make this crock pot recipe for General Tso's Chicken a must-make!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch or arrowroot starch for gluten-free
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium recommended
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 –2 tablespoons sriracha depending on spice preference
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 large garlic cloves minced
- Crushed red pepper flakes optional, for heat
- 3 tablespoons chopped green onion or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch until well coated. Add to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes, until browned on all sides (the chicken does not need to be fully cooked through).
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, red wine vinegar, sriracha, sesame oil, chicken broth, sugar, and garlic.
- Slow cook: Transfer the browned chicken to your slow cooker. Pour the sauce over the top, stir to coat, and cover with the lid. Cook on LOW for 4 hours or until the chicken is tender and infused with flavor.
- Finish & serve: Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes (if using) and garnish with fresh green onions or cilantro. Serve hot over white rice, brown rice, or steamed vegetables.