Healthier General Tso’s Chicken

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375° F.

Step 2

Line baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.

Step 3

Place chicken, 2 Tbsp. cornstarch, and salt in a medium bowl; toss until well coated.

Step 4

Place chicken in a single layer on prepared baking sheet; bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until cooked through.

Step 5

While chicken is baking, heat oil, garlic, and ginger in large skillet over medium heat; cook for 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 6

Add soy sauce, broth, vinegar, tomato paste, hoisin sauce, and maple syrup. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook for 4 to 5 minutes.

Step 7

Dissolve remaining 1 tsp. cornstarch in cold water; add to soy sauce mixture. Gently boil, stirring frequently, for another 3 to 4 minutes, or until sauce begins to thicken.

Step 8

Add cooked chicken to sauce, coating thoroughly.

Step 9

Serve chicken sprinkled with sesame seeds, green onions, and chiles (if desired).