Name: Black Pepper Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 500g (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or sesame oil; Salt to taste; 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium preferred); 2 tablespoons oyster sauce; 1 tablespoon black pepper (freshly ground); 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ginger, minced; 1-2 tablespoons water; 2 green onions, sliced; Sesame seeds (optional)

Description

This black pepper chicken is everything you need for a quick and healthy lunch—ready in just 30 minutes! Tender chicken pieces coated in a savory black pepper sauce make for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Scale

500g (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon vegetable oil or sesame oil
Salt to taste
3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon black pepper (freshly ground)
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ginger, minced
1–2 tablespoons water
2 green onions, sliced
Sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, toss the chicken pieces with cornstarch and a pinch of salt until well coated. Let it sit for about 10 minutes.
In another bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, black pepper, honey, minced garlic, and ginger. Add a bit of water to achieve your desired sauce consistency.
In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add the chicken to the pan in a single layer. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add the prepared sauce and bring to a simmer. Let it bubble for a minute to meld the flavors.
Return the cooked chicken to the pan, tossing it in the sauce until well coated. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if using.
Serve over steamed rice, quinoa, or with a side of veggies.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with firm tofu. Adjust the amount of black pepper to taste.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 300
Sugar: 3
Sodium: 800
Fat: 10
Saturated Fat: 1.5
Carbohydrates: 20
Fiber: 1
Protein: 30

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