If you own an air fryer, this is an excellent way to prepare Aldi's gluten-free General Tso’s chicken. Using an air fryer gives you the crispy texture you crave without all the extra vegetable oil.

Steps:

Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.

Remove the frozen chicken nuggets from the package and place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer.

Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking.

Heat the General Tso's sauce separately (either in the microwave or on the stove), then toss the crispy chicken in the sauce.

Serve over a bed of steamed white rice for a complete meal.

Good News: Air frying reduces the amount of oil needed, so this is a healthier, lower-fat option.

Using a skillet is another quick and convenient way to cook gluten-free chicken products. This method is perfect if you don’t have an air fryer or simply prefer the stovetop method.

Steps:

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Place the frozen General Tso's chicken nuggets in the skillet, cooking for about 10-12 minutes. Turn the chicken frequently for even browning.

Once the chicken is crispy and cooked through, remove it from the skillet.

In a separate saucepan, heat the General Tso’s sauce, then toss the cooked chicken in the sauce.

Serve with white rice and maybe even some stir-fried vegetables for a complete, balanced meal.

Tip: You can add a little sea salt or tamari to the rice for extra flavor. This method also works well with other gluten-free items like Aldi's free bread or free chicken nuggets.

The oven method is perfect if you want to prepare your chicken while focusing on other parts of your meal, like cooking your rice flour-based sides or prepping veggies.

Steps:

Preheat your oven to 400°F.

Spread the frozen chicken nuggets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake for 18-20 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through for even crisping.

Heat the General Tso's sauce in a small saucepan and pour it over the baked chicken once done.

Serve with your whole grains side like white rice.