Name: General Tso's Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1" pieces; 1/4 c. plus 1 tbsp. cornstarch, divided; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 3 tbsp. vegetable oil, divided; 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 3/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes; 3/4 c. low-sodium chicken broth; 1/4 c. reduced-sodium soy sauce; 2 tbsp. hoisin sauce; 2 tbsp. honey; Juice of 1/2 lime; 1 head broccoli, cut into florets (about 4 c.); Cooked white rice and sesame seeds, for serving

Step 1In a large resealable plastic bag, combine chicken and 1/4 cup cornstarch; season with salt and pepper and shake bag to coat.

Step 2In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons oil. Shake off excess cornstarch and add chicken to oil. Working in batches, cook chicken, turning occasionally, until golden brown, about 7 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 3In same skillet over medium heat, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Add garlic and red pepper flakes cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add broth, scraping any brown bits with a wooden spoon.

Step 4 In a medium bowl, whisk soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, lime juice, and remaining 1 tablespoon cornstarch until combined. Add to skillet and simmer, tossing constantly, until slightly thickened, about 1 minute.

Step 5Add broccoli and cook, tossing, until tender, about 5 minutes. Return chicken to skillet and stir to coat. Cook, tossing, until warmed through, about 1 minute more.

Step 6Divide rice among bowls. Top with chicken and sesame seeds.