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General Tso Crispy Chicken Calories
Battered, fried chicken tossed in a sweet and savory General Tso sauce.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of General Tso Crispy Chicken (200 g) has 560 calories. That works out to 280 calories per 100 g. It contains 44 g of carbs, 33 g of protein, 27 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 10.4 mg of B3 covers 65% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
General Tso Crispy Chicken Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 200 g
560
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
44g
· 16% DV
Protein
33g
· 66% DV
Fat
27g
· 35% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 32% · Protein 24% · Fat 44%
General Tso Crispy Chicken nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (200 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 560 kcal | |
| Total fat | 27 g | 35% |
| Saturated fat | 6.4 g | 32% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 1300 mg | 57% |
| Total carbohydrate | 44 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 33 g | 66% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of General Tso Crispy Chicken?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 560 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 168 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 280 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 448 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 220 g | 616 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 840 kcal |
Calculated from 280 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About General Tso Crispy Chicken
What is General Tso Crispy Chicken?
General Tso Crispy Chicken is battered, fried chicken coated in a sweet, savory, tangy sauce that often has a little heat. It is a Chinese-American takeout dish, commonly served with rice rather than a traditional regional Chinese preparation.
What does General Tso Crispy Chicken taste like?
General Tso Crispy Chicken tastes sweet and savory, with a tangy edge from vinegar and a garlicky, sometimes spicy finish. The balance varies by restaurant, so one version may taste much sweeter or hotter than another.
Is General Tso Crispy Chicken spicy?
General Tso Crispy Chicken is usually mildly to moderately spicy, often from dried red chilies in the sauce. Many restaurants can make it less spicy, but ask for the chilies or spicy sauce to be reduced when ordering.
What is the difference between General Tso Crispy Chicken and orange chicken?
General Tso Crispy Chicken typically has a savory, garlicky, tangy sauce with some chili, while orange chicken gets its distinctive citrus flavor from orange zest, juice, or orange-flavored sauce. Both are often battered and fried, but the sauces taste different.
Why does General Tso Crispy Chicken get soggy?
General Tso Crispy Chicken gets soggy because its fried coating absorbs the sauce and trapped steam softens it further. For a crispier result, keep the sauce separate until serving and reheat leftovers in an oven or air fryer instead of a microwave.
What is General Tso Crispy Chicken sauce made of?
General Tso Crispy Chicken sauce commonly combines soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, garlic, and ginger, with dried chilies in many recipes. Restaurant versions vary, and some include ingredients such as stock or cornstarch to thicken the sauce.
Who was General Tso Crispy Chicken named after?
General Tso Crispy Chicken takes its name from General Tso, also known as Zuo Zongtang, a Qing dynasty military leader. Despite the name, there is no reliable evidence that the dish was a traditional recipe from his time or hometown; it is associated with Chinese-American cuisine.
What should you serve with General Tso Crispy Chicken?
General Tso Crispy Chicken is commonly served with steamed white or brown rice. Steamed broccoli, sautéed greens, or another simple vegetable side works well too, balancing the rich, sweet-savory sauce without competing with it.
How can you make General Tso Crispy Chicken at home with less oil?
You can make General Tso Crispy Chicken with less oil by baking or air-frying the coated chicken instead of deep-frying it, then tossing it with just enough sauce to coat. A relatively light coating helps the pieces crisp up without a heavy crust.
How long does leftover General Tso Crispy Chicken last in the fridge?
Leftover General Tso Crispy Chicken generally keeps for three to four days in a covered container in the refrigerator when chilled promptly. Reheat it until steaming hot; the coating may be softer than when freshly cooked, especially if it has been stored with the sauce.
General Tso Crispy Chicken Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
10.4mg · 65% DV
B6
0.56mg · 33% DV
B5
1.4mg · 28% DV
B12
0.6µg · 25% DV
Minerals
Selenium
32µg · 58% DV
Sodium
1300mg · 57% DV
Phosphorus
360mg · 51% DV
Manganese
0.5mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
520mg · 15% DV
General Tso Crispy Chicken Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off General Tso Crispy Chicken
To burn the 560 calories in 1 serving (medium) (200 g):
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What is General Tso Crispy Chicken?
General Tso Crispy Chicken is a Chinese American restaurant favourite: battered pieces of chicken are fried, then coated in a sweet, savoury and often mildly spicy sauce. Despite its name, the dish is associated more with Chinese American cooking than with traditional regional cooking in China.
The chicken is crisp outside and tender inside, and is commonly served with steamed rice and vegetables. It is familiar as a takeout main, but also appears on Chinese restaurant menus around the world. It provides protein, along with a notable amount of carbohydrate and fat from the coating, frying and sauce. For a lighter-feeling meal, serve a modest portion with extra vegetables and plain rice.
How Nutritious Is General Tso Crispy Chicken?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is General Tso Crispy Chicken Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does General Tso Crispy Chicken Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is General Tso Crispy Chicken Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
General Tso Crispy Chicken Fat Profile
SATURATED
6.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
11g
POLYUNSATURATED
6.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.