Black Pepper Chicken is a flavorful and spicy dish that’s perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. This recipe features tender chicken pieces stir-fried with bell peppers and onions in a savory black pepper sauce. Let’s dive into the details to create this delicious Black Pepper Chicken!
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
- Chicken breasts or thighs: 1 pound (450g), cut into bite-sized pieces
- Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Cornstarch: 1 tablespoon
- Rice wine or dry sherry: 1 tablespoon (optional)
For the Stir-Fry:
- Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Ginger: 1 tablespoon, grated
- Bell peppers: 1 red and 1 green, sliced
- Onion: 1 medium, sliced
- Black pepper: 1-2 teaspoons, freshly ground (adjust to taste)
- Green onions: 2, chopped (optional, for garnish)
For the Sauce:
- Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Oyster sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Chicken broth: 1/4 cup (60ml)
- Rice vinegar: 1 tablespoon
- Sugar: 1 teaspoon
- Cornstarch: 1 teaspoon, mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)
Equipment
- Mixing bowls: For marinating and mixing the sauce
- Wok or large skillet: For stir-frying the chicken and vegetables
- Spatula or tongs: For stirring and flipping ingredients
- Measuring cups and spoons: To measure ingredients accurately
- Knife and cutting board: For preparing the chicken and vegetables