Description
Black pepper chicken with mushrooms delivers intense flavor through a simple yet elegant Asian-inspired dish. Fragrant spices and umami-rich ingredients create a memorable meal that satisfies savory cravings and transports you to culinary comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) chicken breast, sliced thin
- 1 tbsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsps soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, sliced (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsps water)
Instructions
- Warm a spacious skillet or wok over medium-high temperature, coating the surface with vegetable oil.
- Sear chicken pieces until they develop a rich, caramelized golden exterior, ensuring even cooking and removing them to a separate plate.
- In the identical pan, gently transform onions, garlic, and mushrooms, releasing their aromatic essence and creating a fragrant foundation.
- Reintroduce the seared chicken to the pan, incorporating a harmonious blend of umami-rich soy sauce, robust oyster sauce, pungent black pepper, subtle sweetness from sugar, and nutty sesame oil.
- Create a silky sauce consistency by introducing a cornstarch mixture, stirring continuously until the liquid transforms into a glossy, clingy coating.
- Integrate vibrant bell peppers (if desired), allowing them to briefly mingle and soften while maintaining a slight crunch.
- Elevate the dish with a sprinkle of freshly chopped green onions, presenting a visually appealing and flavor-packed meal over a bed of steaming rice or delicate noodles.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting black pepper quantity for mild or intense flavor profiles.
- Swap chicken with tofu or tempeh for vegetarian/vegan versions, ensuring similar protein texture and marination.
- Pat chicken dry before cooking to achieve perfect golden-brown exterior without excess moisture.
- Use high-quality freshly ground black pepper for more robust and complex taste compared to pre-ground versions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 1050 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg