Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Black Pepper Chicken, a quick and satisfying dish that brings the essence of Chinese cuisine right to your kitchen. In just 25 minutes, you can create a meal featuring tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and a rich black pepper sauce that rivals any takeout. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this recipe is not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Whether served over rice or noodles, Black Pepper Chicken is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
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- 1 lb chicken breasts (or thighs), sliced
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce (or soy sauce)
- 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
- 2 teaspoons dark soy sauce (or soy sauce)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 white onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers, chopped (I used mixed colors)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with soy sauce, wine (or sherry), and cornstarch for 10-15 minutes.
- Mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
- Heat oil in a skillet and sear marinated chicken for about 2 minutes until browned.
- Stir-fry minced ginger, garlic, onions, and bell peppers until fragrant.
- Add the sauce mixture; stir until thickened before returning chicken to mix well.
- Serve immediately over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg