Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Black Pepper Chicken, a quick and easy dish that outshines your typical takeout. This recipe combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a savory black pepper sauce that packs a punch. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish is not only customizable but also caters to various dietary needs with its gluten-free adaptation. In just 20 minutes, you can serve up a meal that will impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts (or thighs), sliced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (light and dark)
- 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons peanut oil
- Minced ginger
- Minced garlic
- Mixed bell peppers
- Onion
Instructions
- Marinate sliced chicken in soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and cornstarch for 10-15 minutes.
- Mix all sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear the marinated chicken until browned, then set aside.
- Sauté ginger, garlic, onion, and bell peppers until fragrant.
- Add the sauce mixture to the skillet, stir until thickened, then return the chicken to coat evenly.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg