General Tso’s Chicken with Fried Rice

General Tso’s Chicken with Fried Rice is a classic takeout favorite featuring crispy, saucy chicken paired with savory egg fried rice and vegetables. This homemade version delivers bold flavors and satisfying textures in every bite.

Ingredients

For the Chicken
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetable oil for frying

For the Sauce
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon chili flakes

For the Fried Rice
2 cups cooked and cooled white rice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup peas and carrots
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
2 green onions, chopped

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