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Black Pepper Chicken

Quick & Easy Black Pepper Chicken for Flavorful Nights

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This Black Pepper Chicken is a quick, tasty dish that delights your taste buds and offers a healthy meal in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts/Thighs Can substitute with tofu.
For the Marinade
  • 3 tablespoons Light Soy Sauce Use low-sodium for healthier option.
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing Wine/Dry Sherry Substitute with rice vinegar for a non-alcoholic version.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Use when available for best results.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Can use vegetable broth for vegetarian option.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Maple syrup or honey can work as substitutes.
  • 1 tablespoon Coarsely Ground Black Pepper Adjust to spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Add sparingly depending on soy sauce.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Oil/Veggie Oil Can replace with olive or sesame oil.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (minced) Fresh is preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic (minced) Fresh is preferred.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup White Onion Can substitute with other crunchy vegetables.
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Colorful and nutritious.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine sliced chicken with light soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and cornstarch. Marinate for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Mix together chicken broth, light soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sugar, black pepper, and cornstarch in a separate bowl.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add peanut oil. Add marinated chicken in a single layer, sear for about 1 minute, flip and cook for 2-3 minutes until cooked through.
  4. In the same skillet, add more oil if needed, toss in minced garlic and ginger, and cook for 30 seconds. Add onion and bell peppers, stir-fry for 2 minutes.
  5. Pour the sauce into the skillet with the vegetables, cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Add cooked chicken and toss everything together.
  6. Serve the Black Pepper Chicken hot, ideally over steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Fresh garlic and ginger enhance flavor. Adjust cooking times for tenderness. Customize spice level as preferred.

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