Description
Savor delightful black pepper chicken with mushrooms, a culinary journey blending bold Asian flavors and tender protein. Succulent chicken pieces dance with earthy mushrooms, creating a harmonious meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (450g) chicken breast, sliced
Vegetables:
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Sauces:
- 1 tablespoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Warm a skillet over medium-high heat with a thin layer of oil, creating a sizzling surface for optimal searing.
- Gently place chicken slices into the hot pan, allowing each piece to develop a golden-brown exterior. Once lightly caramelized, transfer chicken to a separate plate.
- In the same skillet, introduce diced onions, minced garlic, and sliced mushrooms, sautéing until vegetables become tender and release their aromatic essence.
- Reintroduce the chicken to the pan, then shower with soy sauce, oyster sauce, freshly ground black pepper, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Thoroughly incorporate all seasonings.
- Stream chicken broth into the mixture, reducing heat and allowing the ingredients to meld together for approximately 5 minutes, creating a rich, harmonious sauce.
- If the sauce appears thin, whisk cornstarch with a small amount of water, then gently stir into the pan to achieve a luxurious, coating consistency.
- Transfer the fragrant black pepper chicken with mushrooms to a serving dish, presenting alongside steamed rice or tender noodles for a complete, satisfying meal.
Notes
- Choose chicken thighs for juicier and more flavorful meat that stays tender during cooking.
- Slice mushrooms uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Adjust black pepper quantity based on personal spice preference, starting with less and adding gradually.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control salt content and prevent the dish from becoming too salty.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg