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Black Pepper Chicken Recipe Under 20 Minutes: Quick & Tasty!

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A quick and tasty Black Pepper Chicken recipe that can be prepared in under 20 minutes, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil, divided
  • 1 cup sliced bell peppers
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (optional)
  • ½ tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons freshly cracked black pepper, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine the sliced chicken with 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Add sesame oil and toss until evenly coated. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Prepare the sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together chicken broth, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sugar, black pepper, and cornstarch. Set aside.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat 1 ½ tablespoons cooking oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
  4. Cook the vegetables: Add the bell peppers and onion to the same wok. Stir-fry for 1–2 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp. Remove and set aside with the chicken.
  5. Sauté aromatics: Add the remaining oil. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Add the sauce: Pour the prepared black pepper sauce into the wok. Stir continuously and simmer for 1–2 minutes until thickened.
  7. Combine everything: Return the chicken and vegetables to the wok. Toss well until everything is coated in the glossy sauce and the chicken is fully cooked to 165°F.
  8. Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Use freshly cracked black pepper for the strongest flavor.
  • Slice chicken thinly and evenly so it cooks quickly.
  • Cook over high heat to achieve that classic stir-fried flavor.
  • Add extra bell peppers, mushrooms, or broccoli for more vegetables.
  • Adjust the black pepper according to your preferred spice level.

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