This homemade General Tso chicken bowl replicates the popular takeout dish with crispy chicken coated in a tangy, slightly sweet sauce, served alongside Asian vegetables and white rice. It's budget-friendly enough to make multiple times a week and loved by families who prefer cooking at home.
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Place a serving of cooked white rice into a bowl.
Add a generous portion of General Tso chicken on top of the rice.
Top with a serving of Asian-style vegetables.
Serve immediately.
Store leftover chicken and sauce separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days; reheat chicken in a 350°F oven for 8–10 minutes to restore crispness, then toss with reheated sauce.
Yes. Pan-fry the chicken in shallow oil over medium-high heat, turning halfway through, or bake breaded chicken at 400°F for 15–18 minutes for a lighter version.
Bell peppers, broccoli, snap peas, and onions are traditional. Use fresh or frozen; add them to the sauce in the last 2–3 minutes to keep them slightly crisp.
Toss the hot fried chicken directly into the warm sauce while both are hot, and stir gently to coat evenly. The coating will set as it cools slightly.
Yes. Marinate and bread the chicken up to 4 hours ahead, and prepare the sauce the night before. Fry and assemble just before serving for the crispiest result.
Use cornstarch or a gluten-free flour blend for breading, and ensure soy sauce is tamari (gluten-free) to make the full dish gluten-free.
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