Description
Black Pepper Chicken is a mouthwatering stir-fry that combines the zing of black pepper with tender chicken and vibrant vegetables. Ideal for busy weeknights or when you’re craving a homemade takeout experience, this quick dish showcases juicy chicken pieces coated in a savory sauce that’s sure to please every palate. With its delightful balance of flavors and textures, Black Pepper Chicken can be served over rice or noodles, making it a versatile and satisfying meal option. Whip it up in just 25 minutes for an enjoyable culinary adventure that will impress your family and friends!
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts (or thighs), sliced
- 3 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Shaoxing apple vinegar (or dry sherry)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons peanut oil
- Minced ginger and garlic
- Chopped onion and bell peppers
Instructions
- Marinate sliced chicken with soy sauce, vinegar, and cornstarch for 10-15 minutes.
- Prepare the sauce by mixing remaining soy sauce, vinegar, chicken broth, sugar, and black pepper.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear marinated chicken until lightly browned, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté ginger, garlic, onion, and bell peppers until fragrant.
- Pour in the prepared sauce and cook until thickened. Return the chicken to the skillet and coat well.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, incorporate vegetables like broccoli or snap peas into the stir-fry. Adjust the amount of black pepper to suit your taste preference; more for spice lovers!