Black Pepper Chicken
Black Pepper Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Chinese cuisine right to your kitchen. This easy-to-follow recipe features tender, marinated chicken stir-fried with crisp vegetables and coated in a savory black pepper sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner. The adaptability of this dish allows you to customize it with your favorite vegetables, making it not only delicious but also versatile. Enjoy this comforting meal served over rice, noodles, or even wrapped in lettuce for a fresh twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
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- 1 lb chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper
- Assorted vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, onion)
Instructions
- Marinate the sliced chicken in soy sauce, Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry), and cornstarch for 10-15 minutes.
- Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
- Heat oil in a skillet, sear marinated chicken until browned but slightly pink inside; set aside.
- Sauté ginger, garlic, onion, and bell peppers until fragrant.
- Stir in the prepared sauce until thickened; return chicken to skillet and coat well.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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