Description
A flavorful and juicy Black Pepper Chicken recipe featuring tender chicken pieces stir-fried with fresh vegetables and a bold black pepper sauce. Perfectly marinated chicken combined with crisp broccoli, bell peppers, and aromatic garlic makes for a savory, easy-to-make Asian-inspired dish served best over rice or noodles.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Marinade
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces (Thighs tend to be juicier)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons corn starch
Stir-Fry
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper (Adjust to taste for milder or spicier dish)
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Garnish and Serving
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
- Cooked rice or noodles (for serving)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken pieces with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and corn starch. Mix well to coat evenly and let the chicken marinate for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Heat the oil: Warm the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat to prepare for stir-frying the chicken.
- Cook the chicken: Add the marinated chicken pieces to the hot pan and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is browned on the outside and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside to keep warm.
- Sauté aromatics: In the same pan, add the sliced onion and minced garlic. Stir-fry for about 2 minutes until they become fragrant and soften slightly.
- Cook vegetables: Add the sliced bell pepper and broccoli florets to the pan. Continue stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp, maintaining their bright color and crunch.
- Combine and season: Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Sprinkle in the freshly ground black pepper and stir everything together thoroughly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Serve the black pepper chicken hot, over cooked rice or noodles. Garnish with sliced green onions for a fresh, vibrant finish.
Notes
- Using chicken thighs results in juicier meat, but breasts can be used for a leaner option.
- Adjust the amount of freshly ground black pepper to control the spice level.
- Make sure to cut vegetables uniformly for even cooking.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or your choice of noodles.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: black pepper chicken, stir-fry chicken recipe, Asian chicken dish, juicy chicken thighs, quick dinner recipe
