Description
This Black Pepper Chicken recipe is a flavorful and aromatic dish that is quick and easy to make. Tender chicken slices are stir-fried with a savory black pepper sauce, bell peppers, and onions for a delicious meal that pairs perfectly with steamed rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts (or thighs), sliced into 1/4” (5-mm) thick pieces
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine
- 2 teaspoons dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons peanut oil
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 white onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers, chopped
Marinade:
Sauce:
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Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine chicken, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and cornstarch in a bowl. Marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Prepare the Sauce: Mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Sear marinated chicken in oil until browned. Remove from skillet.
- Saute Aromatics: Cook ginger, garlic, onion, and peppers in the skillet.
- Add Sauce: Pour in the sauce mixture, thicken, and return chicken to the skillet.
- Finish and Serve: Stir to coat, remove from heat, and serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add some chopped chili peppers or chili flakes.
- Adjust the amount of black pepper to suit your personal taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Black Pepper Chicken, Stir-Fry, Asian Chicken Recipe