Description
Black pepper chicken is a tantalizing dish that combines tender chicken with a medley of aromatic spices, delivering a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, ensuring that your family and guests will be impressed. The rich aromas wafting through your kitchen will beckon everyone to the table, creating memorable moments around shared meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup bell peppers, sliced (mixed colors)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic and bell peppers until fragrant (2-3 minutes).
- Whisk together soy sauce, cornstarch mixed with water, and sesame oil. Pour into the skillet with chicken; stir to combine.
- Cook until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken. Add green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added spice, incorporate chili flakes or extra black pepper. Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for different textures. Marinating the chicken for at least 30 minutes enhances flavor.