Description
Introducing a delightful twist on your weeknight meals: Black Pepper Chicken. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken pieces stir-fried with vibrant bell peppers and enveloped in a rich, savory black pepper sauce. In just 25 minutes, you can recreate the bold flavors of your favorite Chinese takeout right in your kitchen, impressing family and friends alike. Whether served over fluffy rice or nestled in crisp lettuce wraps, this versatile recipe allows for personal touches with different vegetables and proteins. Plus, it’s adaptable for gluten-free diets, making it a winning choice for everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing apple vinegar
- 2 tablespoons peanut oil
- 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper
- 2 bell peppers, chopped
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the sliced chicken in light soy sauce, Shaoxing vinegar, and cornstarch for 10-15 minutes.
- Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook marinated chicken until browned (about 2 minutes).
- Remove chicken; sauté ginger, garlic, onion, and bell peppers briefly.
- Add sauce to the skillet; stir until thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet; coat with sauce and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap vegetables based on preference or seasonality. For an extra kick, adjust the amount of black pepper to taste. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.