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Black Pepper Chicken

Black Pepper Chicken

The ultimate comfort food, Black Pepper Chicken is a flavorful stir-fry that combines tender chicken and fresh vegetables in a savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy weeknight dinner will satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into thin strips
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce divided
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce divided
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil divided
  • 1 large green bell pepper very thinly sliced
  • 1 cup thinly sliced celery sliced on the bias (2-3 ribs)
  • 1 cup thinly sliced yellow onion 1/2 large onion
  • 2 teaspoons ginger paste
  • 1 tablespoon garlic paste or minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1-3 teaspoons pepper adjust to taste
  • thinly sliced green onions optional, for garnish
  • Cooked white rice optional, for serving

Equipment

  • Large pan

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, toss chicken with 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, and cornstarch. Let marinate for 10 to 15 minutes.
  2. In a wide-mouth jar, add remaining 2 tbsp soy sauce, remaining 1 tbsp oyster sauce, rice vinegar, water, honey, and black pepper. Shake to combine and set aside.
  3. Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until browned and mostly cooked through. Remove from the pan.
  4. Add remaining 1 tbsp oil to the same pan. Stir in onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until starting to soften. Add garlic and ginger, and cook for another 30 seconds.
  5. Return the chicken to the pan. Pour in the sauce and toss everything together. Cook for 2 to 3 more minutes, until sauce thickens and coats the chicken and veggies. Taste and adjust pepper or salt if needed.
  6. Serve over rice and garnish with sliced green onions or sesame seeds, if using. Best served hot!

Notes

  • Tip 1: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove.
  • Tip 2: To freeze, place in a sealed container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.