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Easy General Tso's Chicken

Name: Easy General Tso's Chicken with Frozen Breaded Chunks
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Chinese-American
Ingredients: 3 cups long grain white rice; 3 cups water; 2 tbsp butter; 2 lbs frozen breaded chicken chunks; 12 oz frozen broccoli florets; 1/2 cup beef broth; 1 tbsp dark soy sauce; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 2 tbsp oyster sauce; 2 tbsp hoisin sauce; 1 tbsp minced garlic; 2 tsp chili onion crunch; 2 tbsp honey; 2 tbsp cornstarch

This General Tso's Chicken skips authenticity for speed, using frozen breaded chicken chunks and a quick homemade sauce to deliver restaurant-style results on a busy weeknight.

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30 min

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Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$26–$43

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Ingredients

3 cups long grain white rice
3 cups water
2 tbsp butter
2 lbs frozen breaded chicken chunks
12 oz frozen broccoli florets
1/2 cup beef broth
1 tbsp dark soy sauce
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce
2 tbsp hoisin sauce
1 tbsp minced garlic
2 tsp chili onion crunch
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp cornstarch

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Instructions

1
To a pressure cooker, add water, long grain white rice, and butter.
2
Lock the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on the rice setting for 15 minutes under pressure. When done, perform a quick release.
3
Place the frozen chicken chunks in an air fryer basket.
4
Air fry the chicken for about 10 minutes, or until cooked through and crispy.
5
While the chicken and rice cook, prepare the sauce. In a measuring cup or bowl, combine beef broth, dark soy sauce, regular soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, minced garlic, chili onion crunch, and honey.
6
Add the cornstarch to the sauce mixture and stir until fully combined and no lumps remain.
7
Pour the sauce into a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
8
Bring the sauce to a simmer, stirring constantly until it thickens and becomes glossy, which should take a few minutes.
9
Add the frozen broccoli florets to the simmering sauce and stir to combine.
10
Add the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir everything together to coat.
11
Serve the General Tso's chicken and broccoli over the cooked rice.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Don't thaw the frozen chicken; bake straight from frozen at 400°F for even, crispy results without oil splattering.
Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl before adding to the pan—this prevents clumping and ensures even coating.
Add frozen broccoli in the last 5–7 minutes so it stays tender-crisp and doesn't overcook or release excess water into the sauce.
Taste the sauce before plating; soy and oyster sauce vary by brand, so adjust seasoning with extra soy or a pinch of sugar if needed.

Substitutions

Dark soy sauce → regular soy sauce (use 1 tbsp regular + 1 tbsp dark, or all regular if dark is unavailable)
Hoisin sauce → 1 tbsp ketchup + 1 tsp molasses (adds sweetness and depth in a pinch)
Beef broth → chicken broth or water (neutral swap, no major flavor loss)

Storage & make-ahead

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop with a splash of water to loosen the sauce, or in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes.

Common Questions

Can I use fresh chicken instead of frozen breaded chunks?

Yes, but you'll need to bread and fry fresh chicken pieces first, which adds 20–30 minutes. The frozen chunks are the time-saving shortcut here.

How do I make the sauce less sweet?

Reduce the hoisin sauce to 1 tbsp or skip it entirely. Taste as you go and adjust soy sauce and oyster sauce to balance umami and salt instead.

Can I substitute broccoli?

Yes. Frozen snap peas, bell peppers, or carrots work well. Add them at the same time as the broccoli; most frozen vegetables cook in 5–7 minutes.

Is this recipe gluten-free?

Not as written—breaded chicken and most soy sauces contain gluten. Use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce and verify your frozen breading is certified gluten-free.

Can I make this ahead?

Cook the rice and sauce separately ahead of time. Reheat and crisp the chicken in a 400°F oven for 5 minutes before tossing with sauce and vegetables.