Slow Cooker General Tso’s Chicken (+ Instant Pot) MEAL PREP + VIDEO
"Slow Cooker General Tso’s Chicken makes the perfect easy weeknight meal. Best of all, this popular takeout favorite is lightened up with keto and paleo options with the same amazing flavors as your local restaurant...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons cornstarch (use arrowroot powder for paleo-friendly)
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1/8 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
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1 1/4 lbs boneless (skinless chicken thighs or breasts (about 2-3 pieces), cut into bite-sized chunks)
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Oil for browning (about 3-4 tablespoons + more as needed)
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**4 - 5 dried red chili peppers (to taste or leave out if desired found in Asian supermarkets or the International section of a large chain grocery store - see NOTE))
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Toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions (for garnish (optional))
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1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce (can substitute with gluten free tamari or coconut aminos for paleo)
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1/3 cup water
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2 tablespoons honey (or coconut sugar or low carb sweetener for keto)
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2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce (use gluten free hoisin sauce or leave out for paleo / keto)
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1.5 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
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1 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
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2 tablespoons tomato paste (or ketchup)
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3 cloves garlic (minced)
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1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
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1/4 teaspoon dried red pepper chili flakes (more or less, to taste)
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1.5 teaspoons red chili garlic paste (for gluten free or paleo use 1/2 - 1 teaspoon dried red pepper chili flakes instead - use more if you prefer it spicier)
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2 tablespoons cornstarch ( or arrowroot powder (leave out for keto as needed))
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3 tablespoons water
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Rice (cauliflower rice, zoodles or noodles)
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Roasted or Stir-fried zucchini (broccoli and red bell peppers)
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Lunch containers
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