Description
This Black Pepper Chicken recipe is a flavorful and easy Asian stir-fry dish that’s perfect for a quick and delicious meal. Tender chicken pieces are coated in a savory sauce with a hint of spice from freshly ground black pepper, combined with colorful bell peppers and onions for a vibrant and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
Chicken Marinade:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Stir-Fry:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 green bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 small yellow onion (sliced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- Sliced green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and sesame oil.
- Marinate Chicken: Combine the chicken pieces with cornstarch and water, tossing to coat evenly.
- Cook Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet, cook chicken until browned, and set aside.
- Stir-Fry Vegetables: In the same skillet, stir-fry onion, bell peppers, and garlic until slightly tender.
- Finish Dish: Return chicken to the skillet, add sauce mixture, black pepper, and cook until heated through.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- Serve with steamed white rice, jasmine rice, or cauliflower rice.
- Adjust black pepper to taste preference.
- For extra heat, add crushed red pepper flakes.
