Description
A quick and flavorful recipe for Spicy Black Pepper Chicken, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (any color)
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the chicken pieces with soy sauce and cornstarch. Mix well and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the sliced bell pepper and onion to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add black pepper, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños or a dash of chili flakes when cooking the vegetables.
- Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Protein: 25g