Description
This Black Pepper Chicken recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender diced chicken breast with aromatic garlic, fresh bell peppers, and onions, all stir-fried with soy sauce and cracked black pepper. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal served over rice or noodles.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
Vegetables
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
Seasonings and Sauces
- 2 tablespoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat Oil: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering, preparing for the chicken to be cooked evenly.
- Cook Chicken: Add the diced chicken breast to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on all sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Vegetables: Add the minced garlic, sliced onion, and bell pepper to the pan. Stir-fry together until the vegetables soften and become tender, about 4-5 minutes.
- Season: Stir in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 2 tablespoons of black pepper thoroughly, coating the chicken and vegetables evenly for bold flavor.
- Simmer: Continue cooking the mixture for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Adjust Salt: Season with salt to taste and give everything a final stir.
- Serve: Serve the hot Black Pepper Chicken immediately over steamed rice or your choice of noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use freshly cracked black pepper for the most aromatic and pungent flavor.
- You can substitute chicken breast with thigh meat for more juiciness.
- Adjust the amount of black pepper according to your spice preference.
- For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed jasmine rice or egg noodles.
