Description
A quick and easy black pepper chicken stir-fry featuring tender chicken, crispy bell peppers, and a bold, peppery sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs, sliced
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp light soy sauce
- 2 tsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 1/2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp coarsely ground black pepper
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp peanut or vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp minced ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 white onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers, chopped
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Toss the sliced chicken with soy sauce and cornstarch. Let it marinate for 10–15 minutes.
- Prepare the Sauce: Mix chicken broth, soy sauces, cornstarch, sugar, black pepper, and salt in a bowl. Stir well.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan, cook the chicken until lightly browned, then remove from the pan.
- Stir-Fry Vegetables: Add remaining oil, sauté garlic and ginger, then toss in onions and bell peppers for 20 seconds.
- Add Sauce & Finish: Stir the sauce, pour it into the pan, and let it thicken. Return chicken to the pan, coat well, and serve hot.
Notes
- Use freshly ground black pepper for maximum flavor.
- Adjust spice level by increasing or reducing black pepper.
- Serve with rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian, Chinese-Inspired