Description
A quick recipe for savory chicken coated in a strong black pepper sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with soy sauce and cornstarch. Set aside for 10 minutes.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the marinated chicken to the skillet. Cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the ground black pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, oyster sauce (if using), and sugar.
- Pour the liquid mixture over the chicken. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 1-2 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use coarse ground black pepper for a stronger flavor and texture.
- You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts if you prefer darker meat.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 40
- Cholesterol: 105
Keywords: black pepper chicken, easy chicken recipe, stir fry, quick dinner, savory chicken