Description
general tso chicken slow‑cooker recipe delivers classic Chinese takeout flavor with minimal effort. Tender chicken thighs soak in a sweet‑savory glaze made from soy sauce, grape juice, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic and ginger. The dish finishes with a glossy coating and a hint of green onion freshness, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal‑prep. Serve over rice or noodles for a complete, family‑friendly meal that tastes restaurant‑quality and impresses every guest tonight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup grape juice
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, grape juice, cornstarch, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Once done, remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot to coat with sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions.
Notes
- For a gluten‑free version
- substitute tamari for soy sauce. Adjust sweetness by adding more grape juice or brown sugar to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: general tso chicken, slow cooker chicken recipe, easy chicken dishes, Chinese takeout at home, quick weeknight meals, chicken thigh recipes, Asian chicken glaze, low‑effort dinner ideas, family friendly chicken