Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade Black Pepper Chicken, a dish that’s quick to prepare and bursting with savory goodness. This easy black pepper chicken recipe features tender chicken pieces, vibrant bell peppers, and a rich black pepper sauce that rivals your favorite takeout. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is adaptable for gluten-free diets and customizable with your favorite vegetables. In just 25 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts (or thighs), sliced
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 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 (mixed colors)
Instructions
- Marinate the sliced chicken with soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and cornstarch for 10-15 minutes.
- Whisk together sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the marinated chicken until lightly browned; remove from skillet.
- Stir-fry ginger, garlic, onion, and bell peppers until fragrant and tender.
- Add the prepared sauce to the skillet, stirring until thickened. Return the chicken to combine.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg