Air Fryer General Tso Chicken
Air Fryer General Tso Chicken is a crisp, sweet and spicy chicken dish made with tender bites coated in a glossy homemade sauce. It's an easy weeknight option with takeout style flavor and lighter preparation.
Servings 4
Calories 311kcal
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless chicken breast or thighs cut into bite-sized chunks
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oil (for coating)
For the Sauce:
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoon water slurry
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 –2 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to spice preference)
For Garnish:
- 2 green onions chopped
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken
- In a bowl, toss chicken with soy sauce. Coat evenly in cornstarch. Lightly drizzle or spray with oil to help crisping.
- Air Fry the Chicken
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (190°C). Place chicken in a single layer and cook for 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway, until golden and crispy.
Make the Sauce
- While chicken cooks, heat a pan over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, sauté 1 minute.
- Stir in broth, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, hoisin, and chili flakes. Bring to a simmer.
- Add cornstarch slurry and stir until thick and glossy.
Combine Chicken and Sauce
- Add cooked chicken to the sauce and toss until well coated.
- Top with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve with steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition
Calories: 311kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 1435mg | Potassium: 503mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 103IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg | Net Carbohydrates: 32g
