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Black Pepper Chicken

A zesty one-pan dish featuring juicy chicken stir-fried with vibrant vegetables in a deliciously peppery sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound chicken breast, sliced Juicy and tender chicken
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce For marinating chicken
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper Add more for extra heat
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil For stir-frying
  • 1 bell pepper sliced Use any color you like
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced To enhance flavor
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced For a zesty kick
  • 2 green onions chopped For garnish
  • as needed Rice or veggies For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, marinate the sliced chicken with soy sauce and black pepper for about 15 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the bell pepper, garlic, and ginger; stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Serving
  1. Garnish with green onions and serve with rice or veggies.

Notes

For added crunch, consider tossing in some crushed peanuts. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave.