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Black Pepper Chicken

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This Black Pepper Chicken is a quick and flavorful stir-fry made with juicy chicken, crisp bell peppers, and onions, tossed in a bold and savory black pepper sauce. It’s inspired by Chinese takeout but comes together easily at home in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thigh, thinly sliced

1 tbsp light soy sauce

1 tbsp Shaoxing wine or dry sherry

1 tbsp cornstarch (for marinating)

1/4 cup chicken broth

1 tbsp dark soy sauce

1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper

1 tsp sugar

1/4 tsp salt

1 tsp cornstarch (for sauce)

2 tbsp peanut oil or vegetable oil

1 tsp fresh ginger, minced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 medium white onion, sliced

1 cup bell peppers (red, green, or yellow), sliced

Instructions

  1. Slice the chicken thinly and marinate with light soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and cornstarch for 10 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, mix chicken broth, dark soy sauce, black pepper, sugar, salt, and cornstarch to prepare the sauce.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Sear the marinated chicken until browned and cooked through, then remove from the pan.
  4. In the same pan, stir-fry ginger and garlic for 30 seconds.
  5. Add onions and bell peppers, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
  6. Pour in the prepared sauce and cook until thickened.
  7. Return the chicken to the pan and toss until everything is evenly coated in the sauce.
  8. Serve immediately over hot rice or noodles.

Notes

Use freshly ground black pepper for the best flavor.

Chicken thighs offer more juiciness than breasts.

Vegetables like broccoli or mushrooms can be added for variety.

Adjust pepper or add chili for extra heat.

Leftovers store well and reheat easily in a skillet or microwave.

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