Description
Sizzling black pepper chicken brings bold flavors from Chinese cuisine right to your kitchen. Spicy, aromatic seasonings create a quick and satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 500 grams (1.1 pounds) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
Seasonings and Sauces:
- 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Aromatics and Vegetables:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, finely chopped or grated
- 1 medium onion, sliced into thin strips
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 2 spring onions, chopped
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Combine chicken with soy sauce, ground black pepper, and cornstarch in a mixing bowl, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated for maximum flavor absorption.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering and fragrant.
- Sauté minced garlic, sliced onions, and colorful bell peppers for 2-3 minutes until vegetables become slightly translucent and aromatic.
- Introduce marinated chicken pieces to the hot skillet, spreading them evenly to promote uniform browning and prevent overcrowding.
- Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until exterior turns golden and develops a crispy exterior.
- Pour oyster sauce and chicken broth into the skillet, creating a rich, glossy coating over the meat and vegetables.
- Reduce heat and allow the mixture to simmer for 4-5 minutes, letting the sauce naturally thicken and coat each ingredient.
- Remove from heat once sauce reaches desired consistency and chicken is fully cooked through.
- Transfer the vibrant black pepper chicken to a serving platter, garnishing with fresh chopped green onions if desired.
- Serve immediately alongside steamed white rice for a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Use freshly ground black pepper for maximum flavor intensity and aromatic punch.
- Ensure chicken pieces are evenly sized to guarantee uniform cooking and prevent dry or undercooked sections.
- Marinate chicken for at least 15-20 minutes to allow deeper seasoning penetration and tenderize the meat.
- For a gluten-free version, replace soy sauce with tamari and use cornstarch alternative like arrowroot powder.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 234 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 870 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg