This Slow Cooker General Tso’s Chicken is a flavorful, restaurant-inspired dish made simple at home. With tender chicken pieces coated in a glossy, sweet, tangy sauce that carries just the right amount of heat, this recipe delivers all the comfort of take-out with minimal effort. Browning the chicken before slow cooking locks in flavor, while the slow simmer ensures melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. Serve it over steamed rice for a hearty and satisfying meal your family will request again and again.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless chicken breasts, sliced into bite-sized pieces
- ½ cup cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup black bean sauce
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
- 1 ½ teaspoons red pepper flakes
- Sliced green onions, for garnish
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
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