Black Pepper Chicken
Experience the delightful flavors of Chinese cuisine with this quick and easy Black Pepper Chicken recipe. In just 25 minutes, you can enjoy tender chicken marinated in a savory black pepper sauce, paired with vibrant bell peppers and onions. This dish is not only perfect for busy weeknights but also a fantastic option for gatherings or when you’re craving takeout. With its rich flavors and healthy ingredients, Black Pepper Chicken will quickly become a family favorite. Customize it with your choice of vegetables or make it gluten-free by swapping soy sauce for tamari. Get ready to savor every bite!
- 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
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Shaoxing apple vinegar
- 2 teaspoons dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons peanut oil
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 white onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers, chopped
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in soy sauce, Shaoxing apple vinegar, and cornstarch for 10-15 minutes.
- Mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
- Heat oil in a skillet; sear marinated chicken until browned, then set aside.
- Stir-fry ginger, garlic, onion, and bell peppers until fragrant.
- Add the sauce mixture to the skillet; stir until thickened.
- Return chicken to skillet; mix well and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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