
This easy General Tso's ground chicken delivers all the bold, sweet-spicy flavor of the takeout favorite in a faster, budget-friendly format. Crispy seared chicken nuggets are tossed in a glossy sauce and served with steamed broccoli for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
In a medium bowl, combine the ground chicken, Shaoxing wine, salt, white pepper, and sesame oil. Mix until evenly seasoned, then let it marinate while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
In a measuring cup or small bowl, whisk together the chicken stock, brown sugar, light soy sauce, rice vinegar, and dark soy sauce. Set the sauce aside. Bring water to a boil for steaming the broccoli.
In a shallow dish, stir together the flour and cornstarch. Break the marinated chicken into bite-size clumps and toss them in the flour mixture until lightly coated on all sides.
Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the neutral oil, then spread the coated chicken pieces in a single layer. Fry until the bottom is deeply golden, then turn and cook the other sides until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Transfer to a plate, leaving a little oil in the pan.
Steam the broccoli florets for 5 to 6 minutes, or until crisp-tender. Set aside and keep warm.
Reduce the heat to medium-high. Add the dried red chili peppers to the pan and stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly so it does not burn.
Stir the sauce again, then pour it into the pan. Bring it to a simmer, then return the chicken to the skillet. Toss well until the sauce thickens, turns glossy, and clings to the chicken. Serve immediately with the steamed broccoli.
If you cannot find Shaoxing wine, use dry sherry. For less heat, use 2 dried chilies or remove them before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat in a skillet so the sauce stays sticky instead of watery.