General Tso's Chicken with Broccoli

General Tso's Chicken with Broccoli recipe videos

General Tso's Chicken with Broccoli is a popular Chinese-American stir-fry dish featuring crispy, deep-fried chicken pieces coated in a sweet, spicy, and savory sauce, typically served with steamed broccoli florets. The dish originates from Hunan cuisine in China but has been significantly adapted for Western palates, becoming a staple in Chinese restaurants across North America.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in calories, fat, and sodium due to the deep-frying process and sugary sauce, with a moderate amount of protein from the chicken. A typical restaurant serving can range from 800 to 1,200 calories, providing some vitamins and fiber from the broccoli but often exceeding daily recommended limits for saturated fat and sugar.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	25 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	8 g
Sodium	900 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	45 mg
Calcium	80 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Phosphorus	200 mg
Vitamin K	60 mcg
Folate	40 mcg DFE

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

While named after a Qing dynasty general, the modern version was likely invented in New York City in the 1970s, showcasing how immigrant cuisine evolves. Nutritionally, it highlights the trade-off between flavorful, indulgent eating and health, as the broccoli adds a nutritious contrast to the rich, fried chicken.