Black Pepper Chicken
Black Pepper Chicken is a delightful dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Chinese cuisine right to your dinner table. The combination of tender, juicy chicken coated in a glossy black pepper sauce, alongside colorful bell peppers and aromatic garlic, makes this recipe both irresistible and easy to prepare. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish promises a burst of flavor that will have everyone asking for more.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (dissolved in water)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mincing the garlic and ginger.
- Marinate the chicken in a bowl with soy sauce, minced garlic, ginger, and half of the black pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the marinated chicken until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add the sliced bell peppers and remaining black pepper to the skillet; stir-fry until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Mix chicken broth with cornstarch until smooth; pour into the skillet and cook until thickened (about 3 minutes).
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider substituting or adding broccoli or snap peas. Adjust spice levels by modifying black pepper or adding chili flakes for extra heat.