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Black Pepper Chicken Recipe

Black Pepper Chicken Recipe


  • Author: Mariam
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

This Black Pepper Chicken recipe is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines tender chicken with a rich black pepper sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal!


Ingredients

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For the Marinade:

  • 12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon neutral oil (such as vegetable, canola, or avocado oil)
  • 2 teaspoons oyster sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper

For the Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup low sodium chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons dark soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil

For the Stir-Fry:

  • 3 tablespoons neutral oil (divided)
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 medium onion, cut into wedges
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
  • 1/2 bell pepper, any color, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 stalk celery, thinly sliced on an angle
  • 1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water to form a slurry

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Combine chicken, water, cornstarch, oil, oyster sauce, and black pepper. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Sauce Mixture: Mix chicken stock, oyster sauce, light soy sauce, sugar, dark soy sauce, and sesame oil. Set aside.
  3. Sear the Chicken: Cook marinated chicken in a hot wok until opaque. Remove and set aside.
  4. Stir-Fry Vegetables: Cook garlic, onion, bell pepper, and celery. Add black pepper.
  5. Add Sauce: Pour in the sauce mixture and simmer. Thicken with cornstarch slurry.
  6. Combine and Serve: Add chicken back to the wok, coat in sauce, and cook until thickened. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Notes

  • You can customize the vegetables in this dish based on your preferences.
  • Adjust the amount of black pepper to suit your spice preference.
  • For a spicier kick, add some fresh chopped chilies or chili flakes.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Black Pepper Chicken, Chinese Stir-Fry, Chicken and Black Pepper, Asian Chicken Dish