Black Pepper Chicken
Black Pepper Chicken is a flavorful and spicy dish featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a perfectly balanced black pepper sauce. It's a quick and satisfying meal that pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or noodles.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet or wok
- 1 cutting board
- 2 bowls for mixing
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper Adjust based on heat preference.
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 bell pepper, sliced any color
- 2 green onions, chopped for garnish
- to taste salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt. Toss to coat well and let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, add the marinated chicken to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and garlic. Stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add the sliced bell pepper and continue to stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and add the black pepper and chicken broth. Stir well to combine and let it simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if necessary.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
Adjust the amount of black pepper based on your heat preference.
Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
You can add vegetables such as broccoli or carrots for extra nutrition.