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Black Pepper Chicken

A warm and comforting dish of tender chicken bites in a spicy yet savory black pepper sauce, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Chicken Breasts, boneless and skinless Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tsp Black Pepper, freshly ground Adjust based on spice preference
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium if watching salt intake
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Infuses the dish with flavor
  • 1 inch Ginger, freshly grated Frozen ginger works as a substitute
  • 1 Bell Pepper, sliced into strips Feel free to swap with favorite veggies
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil Can substitute with olive or peanut oil
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Essential for thickening the sauce

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season generously with salt and half of the black pepper.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Cooking
  1. Add the chicken to the skillet in a single layer and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown, turning occasionally.
  2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Toss in the bell pepper strips and stir together for about 2-3 minutes until tender.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, cornstarch, and the remaining black pepper, then pour this mixture over the chicken and veggies.
  5. Stir everything until well coated, allowing the sauce to thicken for about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Once combined and glossy, remove from heat and serve.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. This dish can be frozen for up to a month. For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken beforehand.