Description
This Black Pepper Chicken stir-fry is a delicious homemade take on a popular Chinese restaurant dish. It features tender marinated chicken, crunchy bell peppers, and a bold, peppery sauce that coats every bite. It’s a quick and easy meal that’s better than takeout, made with simple ingredients in just 25 minutes! Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying dinner the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Marinade:
- 1 lb (454g) chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp water
For the Sauce:
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1½ tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp coarsely ground black pepper
- ⅛ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
For the Stir-Fry:
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp minced ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ white onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers, chopped (any color)
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 1 lb (454g) chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp water
For the Sauce:
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1½ tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp coarsely ground black pepper
- ⅛ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
For the Stir-Fry:
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp minced ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ white onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers, chopped (any color)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken – Mix sliced chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, and water. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the Sauce – In a bowl, combine chicken broth, soy sauces, sugar, black pepper, salt, and cornstarch slurry. Stir well.
- Cook the Chicken – Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 30 seconds, then stir-fry for 1-2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Stir-Fry Vegetables – Add another tbsp of oil. Stir-fry garlic, ginger, onions, and bell peppers for 30 seconds.
- Combine Everything – Pour in the sauce and let it thicken. Add the chicken back and toss until coated.
- Serve & Enjoy – Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- Adjust the black pepper to taste for a spicier or milder version.
- You can use chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
- Make it gluten-free by using tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese-InspiredChinese-Inspired