Black Pepper Chicken
Black Pepper Chicken is a flavorful stir-fry dish featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a spicy black pepper sauce, combined with colorful vegetables. It's a quick and satisfying meal perfect for weeknights.
Equipment
- 1 wok or large skillet
- 1 cutting board
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 spatula or wooden spoon
- 1 bowl for marinating chicken
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast Cut into bite-sized pieces.
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion Sliced.
- 1 bell pepper bell pepper Sliced (any color).
- 2 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce Optional.
- to taste salt salt To taste.
- for serving optional cooked rice For serving.
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces, soy sauce, and cornstarch. Mix well and allow it to marinate for about 10 minutes.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated chicken to the wok and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly browned.
- Remove the chicken from the wok and set aside. In the same wok, add the sliced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet crisp.
- Return the chicken to the wok and mix well. Add the black pepper, sugar, and oyster sauce (if using). Stir well to combine all ingredients and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if necessary.
- Serve immediately over cooked rice if desired.
Notes
For extra heat, you can add chili flakes or freshly chopped chili peppers.
Feel free to incorporate other vegetables like broccoli, snap peas, or baby corn for more variety.
To make it a complete meal, serve with steamed vegetables or a side salad.