General Tso’s Stew Recipe
This General Tso’s Stew brings the bold, tangy flavors of your favorite takeout dish into a comforting slow-cooked meal packed with tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and a perfectly balanced sweet-spicy sauce. It’s a cozy, flavor-packed dinner that’s simple yet deeply satisfying.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 390kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound cooked chicken shredded
- 1 cup chopped fresh broccoli
- 1½ cups chopped onion
- 1 cup tomato juice
- ½ cup pickled cherry peppers finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 –2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes adjust for heat preference
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a 4- to 5-quart slow cooker, combine the tomato juice, pickled cherry peppers, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, peanut oil, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir thoroughly to blend the sauces and spices into a smooth, flavorful base.
- Add the shredded chicken, chopped onion, and broccoli into the mixture, ensuring all ingredients are well coated. Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low heat for about 2 hours, allowing the vegetables to soften and the flavors to meld into a savory, slightly spicy sauce.
- Once the stew is ready, lift the lid and give it a gentle stir. Spoon the stew into serving bowls and garnish each portion with freshly chopped green onions and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for a fragrant, crisp finish.
- Serve warm, letting the tangy-sweet sauce and tender chicken take center stage in this comforting Asian-inspired dish.
Nutrition
Calories: 390kcal