Black Pepper Chicken
A bold flavor-packed dish featuring juicy chicken breasts, aromatic spices, and vibrant vegetables.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Chop bell peppers and onion, mince garlic and ginger, slice chicken into thin strips.
- Marinate the chicken: Toss chicken strips with soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and black pepper. Marinate for 15-20 minutes.
- Dust with cornstarch: Coat chicken with cornstarch, shaking off excess.
- Heat the pan: Warm oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken: Add chicken strips in a single layer, cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Toss in the veggies: Remove chicken, sauté onion and bell peppers for 2-3 minutes.
- Combine everything: Return chicken, mix well, taste, and adjust seasoning.
- Serve and enjoy: Plate over rice or quinoa, garnishing as desired.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different vegetables or add crushed red pepper for a spicier kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Black Pepper Chicken, Asian Cooking, Quick Dinner, Family Recipe, Weeknight Meals