One-Pan General Tso’s Chicken and Sweet Potato Hash Recipe

Combining a Chinese favorite like General Tso’s Chicken with a breakfast classic like sweet potato hash is unexpectedly delicious. This General Tso’s Chicken & Sweet Potato Hash comes together in under 30 minutes and can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

This recipe was created in collaboration with Crazy Cuizine.

When I teamed up with Crazy Cuizine to turn their ready-made General Tso’s Chicken into a fresh recipe, I wanted something playful and versatile. Sweet potatoes bring natural sweetness and a hearty texture that balance the tangy, spicy General Tso’s sauce. With a few simple vegetables, olive oil, and spices, you can roast everything together for a quick, flavorful sheet-pan hash.

General Tso’s Sweet Potato Hash

Sweet potatoes pair beautifully with sweet-spicy General Tso’s Chicken. This one-pan meal requires minimal prep and little hands-on time: dice the vegetables, toss with the chicken, roast, heat the sauce, and combine. The result is a colorful, comforting dish that works for breakfast bowls, hearty lunches, or quick weeknight dinners.

Why this works

• Sweet potatoes add natural sweetness and a creamy interior that contrasts the crisped chicken pieces.
• Roasting concentrates flavors and softens the vegetables while giving a little char for texture.
• Using a prepared General Tso’s sauce keeps this recipe fast and consistent, perfect for busy nights.

More easy Chinese-inspired recipes to try

• Chicken Potsticker Stir Fry
• Chinese Orange Glazed Salmon
• General Tso’s Vegetarian Noodle Stir Fry
• Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry

Tools & pantry items used

• Chinese five spice
• Olive oil
• Baking sheet
• Small saucepan

Recipe Details

Servings: 6 people   |   Prep Time: 10 minutes   |   Cook Time: 18 minutes   |   Total Time: 28 minutes

Author: Whitney Bond

Ingredients

• 22 oz box Crazy Cuizine General Tso’s Chicken (chicken in a sealed bag plus sauce packet)
• 2 lbs sweet potatoes, diced
• 1 cup onion, diced
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp Chinese five spice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Remove the sauce packet from the General Tso’s box and thaw it under warm running water; set aside to heat later.
3. Remove the bag of chicken from the box and place it on a baking sheet. Add the diced sweet potatoes, onion, jalapeño, red bell pepper, and minced garlic to the sheet.
4. Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken and vegetables. Sprinkle the Chinese five spice and salt evenly, then toss everything on the sheet until well coated and spread in a single layer.
5. Roast in the preheated oven for 15–18 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the chicken is heated through and slightly crisped at the edges.
6. While the hash roasts, warm the contents of the sauce packet in a small saucepan over medium-low heat for about 2 minutes, just until heated through.
7. When the pan is done, pour the warmed General Tso’s sauce over the roasted chicken and sweet potato hash. Toss gently to coat all pieces with sauce. Let the dish rest for 2–3 minutes so the sauce can meld with the vegetables.
8. Top with sliced green onions before serving. Serve hot as a breakfast bowl, over rice, or with a side of steamed greens.

Serving suggestions

• Serve over steamed white or brown rice for a filling dinner.
• Add a fried or soft-poached egg on top for a breakfast or brunch twist.
• Pair with steamed broccoli or a crisp salad to balance the richness of the sauce.

Variations & swaps

• Swap the chicken for a vegetarian alternative or firm tofu (pre-cooked) for a meat-free version.
• Replace jalapeño with red pepper flakes for heat without the fresh pepper texture.
• Use yams or orange-fleshed sweet potatoes for a slightly sweeter result, or mix in regular potatoes for more texture contrast.

Storage & reheating

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat or in the oven at 350°F until warmed through to preserve texture. If the sauce thickens in the refrigerator, stir in a teaspoon of water while reheating to loosen it.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

If you make this recipe, snap a picture and share it on social media — tag the creator or use your own hashtag so others can find your version. This sweet potato hash with General Tso’s chicken is a simple, bold-flavored dish that proves a creative shortcut (using a prepared sauce) can still taste homemade and satisfying.