Black Pepper Chicken
Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of Black Pepper Chicken, a delightful stir-fry dish that brings the essence of Chinese cuisine right to your dinner table. This easy-to-make recipe features succulent chicken pieces tossed with vibrant vegetables and enveloped in a luscious black pepper sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this dish offers a quick cooking time without compromising on taste. Plus, it’s easily adaptable for gluten-free diets! Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts (or thighs), sliced
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Shaoxing apple vinegar (or dry sherry)
- 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons peanut oil
- 1/2 white onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers, chopped
- Minced ginger
- Minced garlic
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in soy sauce, Shaoxing vinegar, and cornstarch for 10-15 minutes.
- Combine all sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
- Sear marinated chicken in a skillet until browned; set aside.
- Stir-fry ginger and garlic, then add onions and bell peppers until tender.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet and thicken before returning the chicken to combine.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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