Ingredients for Lighter General Tso's Chicken
- Long Grain Brown Rice
- 4 tablespoons cornstarch
- Snow Peas
- Garlic Cloves
- Fresh Ginger
- Light Brown Sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more, to taste)
- 2 large egg whites
- Coarse Salt
- Fresh Ground Black Pepper
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
- Vegetable Oil
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How to Make Lighter General Tso's Chicken
- Cook rice according to package directions.
- In a large bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 1/2 cup cold water until smooth.
- Add 1 cup snow peas or sugar snap peas, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon minced ginger, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1/4 cup soy sauce, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more, to taste).
- Toss to combine and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 large egg whites, 3 tablespoons cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Add 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces, and toss to coat thoroughly.
- Heat 1 teaspoon vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add half of the chicken to the skillet. Cook, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes).
- Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate. Repeat with the remaining oil and chicken.
- Add the snow pea mixture to the skillet.
- Cover and cook until the snow peas are tender and the sauce has thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet.
- Toss gently to coat the chicken in the sauce.
- Serve immediately over cooked rice.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
28 g
Sugar
61g
Fat
9g
Carbs
24g
