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Black Pepper Chicken Recipe

This **Black Pepper Chicken** is a vibrant, flavorful stir-fry that's easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken pieces are tossed with colorful bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots in a peppery sauce. Serve it over fluffy rice for a satisfying meal.
Prep Time15 minutes
Active Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Black Pepper Chicken Recipe
Yield: 4

Materials

  • - **1 lb chicken breast** cut into bite-sized pieces 🍗
  • - **Salt and black pepper** to taste 🧂
  • - **2 tbsp soy sauce** 🥢
  • - **2 tbsp cornstarch** 🌽
  • - **2 tbsp vegetable oil** 🫒
  • - **1 red bell pepper** sliced 🌶️
  • - **1 green bell pepper** sliced 🌶️
  • - **1 yellow bell pepper** sliced 🌶️
  • - **1 large carrot** sliced 🥕
  • - **1 broccoli crown** cut into florets 🥦
  • - **4 garlic cloves** minced 🧄
  • - **1 tsp ground black pepper** 🌶️
  • - **2 tbsp oyster sauce** 🦪
  • - **1/4 cup chicken broth** 🍲
  • - **2 green onions** chopped 🌿
  • - **Cooked rice** for serving 🍚

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken:

  • - In a bowl, combine the **chicken pieces** with **soy sauce**, a pinch of **salt**, and **1 tablespoon of cornstarch**. Mix until the chicken is evenly coated.
  • - Let the chicken marinate for at least **15 minutes** to absorb the flavors. 🍗🌶️

Prepare the Sauce:

  • - In a small bowl, whisk the remaining **1 tablespoon of cornstarch** with the **chicken broth** until smooth. Set this aside for later. 🍲🌽

Sear the Chicken:

  • - Heat **2 tablespoons of vegetable oil** in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  • - Add the marinated **chicken** to the skillet, cooking it until browned and fully cooked, about **5-7 minutes**. Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside. 🍗🔥

Cook the Vegetables:

  • - In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed. Toss in the **garlic**, **red**, **green**, and **yellow bell peppers**, **carrot**, and **broccoli**.
  • - Stir-fry for about **5-7 minutes** until the vegetables become tender-crisp and fragrant. 🥕🌶️🥦

Combine and Season:

  • - Return the cooked **chicken** to the skillet with the vegetables. Sprinkle in **ground black pepper** and add **oyster sauce** and the **chicken broth mixture**.
  • - Stir everything well to coat the chicken and vegetables evenly. Let the mixture cook for another **2-3 minutes** until the sauce thickens slightly and coats everything beautifully. 🍗🌶️
  • Garnish and Serve:
  • - Remove from heat, garnish with chopped **green onions**, and serve immediately over a bed of warm **cooked rice**. 🌿🍚