Description
Black Pepper Chicken is a delightful dish that brings the essence of your favorite Chinese takeout right to your kitchen. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken paired with vibrant vegetables, all coated in a rich, savory black pepper sauce. In just 25 minutes, you can create a meal that not only rivals your go-to restaurant but is also healthier and customizable for gluten-free diets. Perfect for busy weeknights or for impressing guests, this dish guarantees to satisfy your cravings and elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb chicken breasts (or thighs), sliced
- 3 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 white onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers, chopped
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with light soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and cornstarch for 10-15 minutes.
- Mix sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear marinated chicken until lightly browned; set aside.
- Add ginger and garlic to skillet until fragrant; then add onions and bell peppers, stir-frying until slightly softened.
- Stir the sauce mixture again and pour it over the vegetables; cook until thickened.
- Return chicken to skillet, mixing everything well before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 318
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg