Description
This Black Pepper Chicken recipe is a quick and delicious dish packed with savory, spicy, and aromatic flavors. Tender chicken cooked with freshly ground black pepper, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil delivers a satisfying meal perfect for any occasion. Whether you make it for a weeknight dinner or a special event, this easy-to-make dish is sure to leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
- 500g chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch ginger, minced
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- Salt to taste
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (optional for thickening sauce)
Instructions
Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
In the same pan, add sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add onion and bell pepper slices and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until tender but still crisp.
Return chicken to the pan, stirring in soy sauce, oyster sauce, black pepper, and sugar. For a thicker sauce, add the cornstarch mixture and stir well.
Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is well-coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or black pepper if needed.
Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
For added flavor, try adding other vegetables like carrots or zucchini.
To make it spicier, incorporate sliced chilies or chili flakes when cooking garlic and ginger.
Boneless, skinless chicken thighs work well for a juicier alternative to chicken breasts.
Substitute soy sauce with tamari for a gluten-free option.
