For the Soup:

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts), cut into bite-size pieces
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 2 cups cooked rice noodles (or egg noodles)

For the General Tso’s Sauce:

• ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 3 tbsp rice vinegar
• 3 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar (or honey)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste (or ketchup)
• 1–2 tsp chili paste (like sambal oelek), to taste
• 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)

For Garnish:

• Sliced green onions
• Sesame seeds