Black Pepper Chicken
BLACK PEPPER CHICKEN is a mouthwatering dish that delivers a perfect blend of tender chicken and a spicy black pepper sauce. In just 30 minutes, you can create this flavorful meal that’s ideal for both busy weeknights and elegant gatherings. The aromatic garlic and umami-rich soy sauce complement the chicken beautifully, making each bite a delightful experience. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete dinner that will satisfy everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper; let marinate for 10 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add marinated chicken to the skillet and stir-fry until golden brown on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, and chicken broth in a bowl; pour over the chicken and stir to coat evenly.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve hot, drizzling extra sauce over the chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz cooked chicken (113g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg