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Black Pepper Chicken

Black Pepper Chicken

Black Pepper Chicken is savory, spicy, and so delicious! A quick and easy stir-fry that’s better than takeout.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course / Stir-Fry
Cuisine Asian / Chinese-American
Servings 4
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch for coating
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • ½ teaspoon garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper adjust to taste
  • Optional garnish: green onions sesame seeds

Instructions
 

  • Marinate Chicken: Toss chicken pieces with cornstarch and a little soy sauce. Let sit while preparing the veggies.
  • Cook Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • Sauté Vegetables: In the same pan, add onions and bell peppers. Cook until slightly tender. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Make Sauce: Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and black pepper.
  • Combine: Return chicken to the pan. Toss everything together until coated and heated through.
  • Serve: Garnish with green onions and serve hot with steamed rice.
Keyword stir-fry, takeout-style, easy dinner, spicy chicken, quick meal