Description
Air Fryer General Tso’s Chicken is a deliciously crispy dish that combines tender chicken pieces with a sweet and spicy sauce, making it a healthier alternative to traditional frying methods.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup General Tso’s sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in General Tso’s sauce and chili sauce for at least 30 minutes.
- Coat the marinated chicken pieces in cornstarch.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the coated chicken pieces in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook the chicken in the air fryer for 10 minutes.
- Shake the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even crisping.
- Check the chicken for doneness; if needed, cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Garnish the chicken with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
- Serve the Air Fryer General Tso’s Chicken over rice or alongside steamed vegetables.
Notes
- Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes for better flavor.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: air-fryer
- Method: air frying
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 70
Keywords: General Tso's Chicken, Air Fryer, Crispy Chicken, Healthy Recipe, Asian Cuisine