Name: Black Pepper Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breasts (or thighs); 1 tbsp light soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free); 1 tbsp Shaoxing apple vinegar (or dry sherry); 1/2 cup chicken broth; 2 tablespoons light soy sauce (or soy sauce); 2 tablespoons Shaoxing apple vinegar (or dry sherry); 2 teaspoons dark soy sauce (or soy sauce); 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar; 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons peanut oil (or vegetable oil); 1 tablespoon minced ginger; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 white onion, chopped; 2 bell peppers, chopped (I used mixed colors)

Description

Black Pepper Chicken is a quick and satisfying dish that brings the flavors of Asian cuisine right to your kitchen. Juicy chicken pieces are marinated to perfection and stir-fried with fresh vegetables in a rich, savory black pepper sauce. This easy recipe takes just 25 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal that rivals your favorite takeout. Plus, it’s adaptable to gluten-free diets by simply swapping soy sauce for tamari. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this flavorful and comforting dish!

Ingredients

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1 lb chicken breasts (or thighs)
1 tbsp light soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tbsp Shaoxing apple vinegar (or dry sherry)
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons light soy sauce (or soy sauce)
2 tablespoons Shaoxing apple vinegar (or dry sherry)
2 teaspoons dark soy sauce (or soy sauce)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
1 tablespoon minced ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 white onion, chopped
2 bell peppers, chopped (I used mixed colors)

Instructions

Marinate the sliced chicken in soy sauce, vinegar, and cornstarch for 10-15 minutes.
Mix all sauce ingredients in a small bowl; set aside.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, then add marinated chicken and sear until lightly browned.
Remove chicken and stir-fry ginger, garlic, onion, and bell peppers until fragrant.
Pour in the sauce and cook until thickened; return chicken to the skillet and mix well.
Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stir-Frying
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Customize this dish by adding your favorite vegetables like broccoli or snap peas. For added spice, consider including red pepper flakes or chili paste in the sauce.