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Easy Air Fryer Recipe for Homemade General Tso's Chicken

If you've been craving the delicious flavors of General Tso's Chicken but want to make it at home, we have the perfect solution for you. Our easy air fryer recipe will guide you through the process, allowing you to enjoy this popular Chinese takeout dish whenever you want.
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound of boneless skinless chicken thighs or breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup of cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup of soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup of hoisin sauce
  • 3 tablespoons of honey
  • 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon of grated ginger
  • 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes optional, for some heat
  • 1/4 teaspoon of sesame oil
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a bowl, coat the chicken pieces with cornstarch, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  • Place the coated chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • While the chicken is cooking, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, red pepper flakes (if using), and sesame oil. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, transfer it to a bowl and pour the sauce over it. Toss to evenly coat the chicken.
  • Return the coated chicken to the air fryer basket and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce caramelizes slightly.
  • Remove the chicken from the air fryer and garnish with sliced green onions.
  • Serve your homemade General Tso's Chicken with steamed rice and enjoy!
  • "This air fryer General Tso's Chicken recipe is a game-changer! The chicken comes out crispy and flavorful, just like the restaurant version. It's so easy to make, and the air fryer cooks it perfectly. I highly recommend trying this recipe!" - Sarah, Air Fryer Enthusiast