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Black Pepper Chicken


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  • Total Time: 35
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delightful combination of flavors with tender chicken coated in a savory sauce, accompanied by crisp bell peppers and onions.


Ingredients

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  • 500 g boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Green onions for garnish, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine chicken pieces with freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of salt. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until browned, but not cooked through.
  3. Add the onion and green bell pepper, sautéing for about 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
  4. Add the minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing for about a minute until fragrant.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Stir well to coat the chicken and vegetables.
  6. Mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry and pour it into the skillet. Stir until the sauce thickens.
  7. Adjust seasoning with salt if necessary. Cook until the chicken is fully cooked and tender, about 5 more minutes.
  8. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

For a vegan version, substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh. You can also customize the sauce thickness by adding cornstarch gradually.

  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 25
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg