Easy Air Fryer Recipe for Homemade General Tso’s Chicken

Easy Air Fryer Recipe for Homemade General Tso’s Chicken

Author: Calvin Rourke Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 4 servings Category: DINNER

Description

A healthier, crispy version of the classic General Tso’s Chicken made in an air fryer, perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Green onions, for garnish
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Instructions

  1. 1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. 2. In a mixing bowl, coat chicken pieces with cornstarch.
  3. 3. Place the coated chicken in the air fryer basket and cook for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  4. 4. In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, red pepper flakes, and sesame oil; cook for 5 minutes over medium heat until sauce thickens.
  5. 5. Transfer the cooked chicken to a bowl and pour the sauce over it; toss to coat.
  6. 6. Return the coated chicken to the air fryer and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. 7. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve over steamed rice.