Name: Black Pepper Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breasts (or thighs), sliced against the grain into 1/4” (5-mm) thick pieces; 1 tablespoon light soy sauce; 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry); 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 2 tablespoons light soy sauce; 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine; 2 teaspoons dark soy sauce; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar; 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons peanut oil (or vegetable oil); 1 tablespoon minced ginger; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 white onion, chopped; 2 bell peppers, chopped (mixed colors)

Description

A flavorful dish featuring tender marinated chicken, sautéed with vibrant bell peppers and a sticky, aromatic sauce enhanced with bold black pepper.

Ingredients

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1 lb chicken breasts (or thighs), sliced against the grain into 1/4” (5-mm) thick pieces
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine
2 teaspoons dark soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
1 tablespoon minced ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 white onion, chopped
2 bell peppers, chopped (mixed colors)

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Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: Combine chicken, light soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and cornstarch in a bowl. Mix gently and let it marinate for 10-15 minutes.
Prepare the Sauce: Whisk together chicken broth, light soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, dark soy sauce, cornstarch, sugar, black pepper, and salt in a small bowl.
Sear the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of peanut oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear for about 1 minute until browned. Flip and cook for another 30 seconds. Set aside.
Stir-Fry Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the remaining oil. Stir-fry ginger and garlic until fragrant, then add onion and bell peppers. Cook for about 20 seconds.
Combine and Thicken: Pour sauce mixture into the skillet, stirring until it thickens.
Finish the Dish: Add cooked chicken back in and toss everything together. Transfer to a serving plate.
Serve Hot: Enjoy immediately as a vibrant centerpiece for your meal.

Notes

For a healthier option, consider using an air fryer for the chicken. Customize the vegetables by adding nuts or using different pepper colors for visual appeal.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stir-Frying
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 300
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 900mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 70mg