Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Black Pepper Chicken, a quick and satisfying stir-fry that’s perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests. This recipe features succulent chicken pieces paired with vibrant bell peppers and onions, all enveloped in a rich, savory black pepper sauce that elevates this dish above typical takeout. With a preparation time of just 25 minutes, you can enjoy this wholesome meal any day of the week. Plus, it’s easily adaptable for gluten-free diets, ensuring everyone at your table can savor its deliciousness. Get ready to serve up this comforting dish alongside rice or noodles for a complete feast!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts (or thighs), sliced
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing apple vinegar
- 2 tablespoons peanut oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper
- Bell peppers and onions
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a medium bowl, mix chicken with soy sauce, vinegar, and cornstarch. Let it marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Prepare the sauce: Combine chicken broth, soy sauce, vinegar, dark soy sauce, cornstarch, sugar, pepper, and salt in a small bowl.
- Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear marinated chicken until lightly browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Stir-fry vegetables: In the same skillet, add more oil if needed and sauté ginger and garlic until fragrant. Add chopped onion and bell peppers; cook briefly.
- Combine: Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet while stirring until thickened; return cooked chicken to coat evenly.
- Serve hot: Plate your Black Pepper Chicken alongside steamed rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg