Nitrate & Nitrite Free Instant Pot General Tso's Chicken
Total time50 min
Prep time20 min
Cook time30 min
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4 servings
For the chicken
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1 ½-inch pieces
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ⅓ cup cornstarch
- 2 tbsp neutral oil (such as vegetable or canola oil)
For the sauce
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- 3 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
For the slurry
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp cold water
For serving
- 2 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced (optional)
- steamed white rice, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Position an oven rack 6 inches from the broiler element and preheat the broiler to high. Line a rimmed baking sheet with a wire rack and set aside.
- 2
Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels, then season with the salt and pepper. Toss the chicken in the 1/3 cup cornstarch until each piece is evenly coated, shaking off any excess.
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