Description
A healthier spin on the classic favorite, featuring crispy chicken coated in a glossy sweet-and-spicy sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- Toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Start by trimming the chicken thighs of any excess fat and cut them into 1.5-inch bite-sized pieces.
- Coat the chicken: Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels, then place them in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle the cornstarch over the chicken and toss until evenly coated.
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Air fry the chicken: Arrange the coated chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 6-7 minutes, then flip each piece and cook for an additional 6-8 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Make the sauce: While the chicken cooks, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, chili flakes, and sesame oil in a small saucepan. Whisk and heat over medium, simmering for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Coat the chicken: Once crispy, transfer the chicken to a bowl and pour the sauce over the top. Toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish and serve: Top with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Notes
For maximum crispiness, pat chicken dry before coating. If using chicken breasts, be careful not to overcook.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: General Tso's Chicken, Air Fryer, Crispy Chicken, Chinese Cuisine