Easy Black Pepper Chicken Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
218 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Chinese
Easy Black Pepper Chicken Recipe
Description
Easy Black Pepper Chicken Recipe uses bite-sized pieces of chicken breast cooked until browned and combined with sautéed green pepper, red onion, celery, and garlic. The sauce—made from soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice wine vinegar, black pepper, ground ginger, and cornstarch—forms a thick flavorful coating that brings the elements together. Cooking the chicken first ensures it remains tender while the vegetables soften with a slight crunch. Topping with sesame seeds adds texture contrast and nutty notes.
The dish serves well straight from the skillet or over steamed rice to soak up the peppery sauce. This meal provides a well-balanced influence of bold pepper flavor and mild sweetness from the vegetables, making it suitable for everyday dinners.
Leftover chicken can be stored tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to five days, maintaining flavor and freshness. This recipe's straightforward preparation supports quick midweek cooking without sacrificing taste.
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 3 chicken breast diced into bite size pieces
- 1 green pepper (sliced)
- 1/2 red onion (sliced)
- 2 celery diced, stalks
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 1 Tablespoon sesame seeds
For the Sauce:
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 2 Tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 Tablespoon oyster sauce
- 2 Tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Move the chicken to a separate plate.
- Add the remaining oil to the pan with the bell peppers, onion, celery and garlic. Cook these ingredients for 5-6 minutes until slightly soft.
- I a separate small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients.
- Stir the chicken and sauce back into the skillet. Stir to combine all ingredients with the sauce.
- Cook over medium high heat for 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
- Remove from heat and top with the sesame seeds. Then it's ready to serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days to maintain freshness.
- Serve the chicken and vegetable mix over rice to absorb the flavorful sauce and make a complete meal.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 218 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 218kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 1388mg | 58% |
| Potassium | 558mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 167IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 38mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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