Black Pepper Chicken
Indulge in the savory delight of Black Pepper Chicken, a quick and easy recipe that brings the bold flavors of your favorite Chinese takeout right into your kitchen. This dish features tender chicken pieces stir-fried with vibrant bell peppers and onions, all enveloped in a rich black pepper sauce that’s both zesty and deeply satisfying. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, you’ll love how effortlessly this meal comes together. With just 25 minutes from prep to plate, it’s not only delicious but also a healthier alternative to restaurant fare. Customize it with your choice of vegetables or make it vegetarian by substituting chicken with tofu.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts (or thighs), sliced
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing apple vinegar (or dry sherry)
- 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons peanut oil
- Fresh ginger and garlic
- Bell peppers and onion
Instructions
- Marinate the sliced chicken in light soy sauce, Shaoxing vinegar, and cornstarch for 10-15 minutes.
- Combine sauce ingredients in a small bowl; set aside.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; sear marinated chicken until lightly browned, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté ginger and garlic until fragrant; add onions and bell peppers, stir-frying briefly.
- Pour in the prepared sauce; stir until thickened. Return chicken to skillet, mix well.
- Serve immediately on a large plate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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