Crockpot General Tso’s Chicken Recipe

On a hectic evening, Crockpot General Tso’s Chicken Recipe means tossing 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup honey into the slow cooker and walking away. A few hours later you sit down to a hot, filling dinner without standing over the stove.

Perfect for busy weeknights, this Crockpot recipe requires just a few simple ingredients and can be served over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal.

Easy Slow Cooker General Tso’s Chicken

This General Tso’s Chicken features bite-sized pieces of chicken coated in a flavorful sauce made with soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and a hint of sweetness. The recipe takes about 6 hours in the Crockpot and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon minced ginger
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 green onions, chopped for garnish
• Cooked rice or noodles for serving

Instructions

1. Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, cornstarch, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
2. Combine Ingredients: Place the chicken pieces in the Crockpot and pour the sauce over the chicken, stirring to coat evenly.
3. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
4. Serve: Once cooked, stir the chicken and sauce to combine. Serve over cooked rice or noodles and garnish with chopped green onions.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 6 hours
• Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 4 servings
• Calories: 350kcal
• Fat: 10g
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 30g

I keep coming back to Crockpot General Tso’s Chicken Recipe because it fits a busy schedule and still tastes like a proper meal. Serve it with whatever you have on hand and adjust the spices to suit your family.