Black Pepper Chicken
Black Pepper Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a rich, savory black pepper sauce. With crisp vegetables like bell peppers, celery, and onions, this easy-to-make recipe is a perfect balance of spice and freshness. It’s a delicious, gluten-free adaptable option that tastes even better than your favorite Chinese takeout!
Ingredients
- 500 grams boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 red bell pepper sliced into strips
- 1 green bell pepper sliced into strips
- 1 medium onion thinly sliced
- 2 stalks celery chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper adjust to taste
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of water to form a slurry
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and slice the vegetables (bell peppers, onion, celery).
- Cook the Chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Stir-fry Vegetables: In the same pan, add the bell peppers, onion, and celery. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften but still retain some crunch.
- Add Garlic & Seasonings: Add minced garlic and freshly ground black pepper. Stir for another 1-2 minutes to release the aroma.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch slurry. Pour this sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything.
- Finish Cooking: Allow the sauce to thicken, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
- Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed. Serve hot with rice or noodles.