Description
Enticingly flavorful and effortlessly quick, Black Pepper Chicken is a delightful dish that brings the bold flavors of the classic takeout favorite right to your kitchen. This recipe features tender chicken cooked to perfection, tossed with vibrant vegetables, and enveloped in a rich black pepper sauce that packs a savory punch. Ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this dish not only satisfies your cravings but also allows for easy customization based on what you have on hand. Plus, it’s healthy and gluten-free adaptable, making it a versatile option for any dinner table.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb chicken breasts (or thighs), sliced
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing apple vinegar (or dry sherry)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons peanut oil
- Fresh ginger and garlic
- Assorted bell peppers and onion
Instructions
- Marinate the sliced chicken with light soy sauce, vinegar, and cornstarch for 10-15 minutes.
- Prepare the sauce by mixing together the remaining sauce ingredients in a bowl.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear marinated chicken until browned.
- Sauté minced ginger, garlic, onion, and bell peppers in the same skillet.
- Pour in the prepared sauce and return chicken to coat everything evenly.
- Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg