Description
Spicy black pepper chicken originates from Chinese culinary traditions, delivering bold flavors with minimal ingredients. Pepper-crusted chicken pieces promise a zesty meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsps vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsps soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 – 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Coat chicken slices with cornstarch and a light salt dusting to create a delicate protective layer.
- Sear chicken pieces in hot oil over medium-high heat until achieving a golden-brown exterior, approximately 4-5 minutes, then transfer to a separate plate.
- Using the same pan, introduce fresh oil and gently sauté aromatic garlic, crisp onions, and vibrant bell peppers until they become slightly translucent and tender.
- Reintroduce the seared chicken into the vegetable mixture, creating a harmonious blend of textures and flavors.
- Drizzle soy sauce, oyster sauce, and generously sprinkle freshly cracked black pepper across the pan, ensuring each ingredient is evenly coated.
- Simmer the mixture for 3-4 minutes, allowing the sauces to caramelize and infuse the chicken with rich, deep flavors.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, ensuring a perfect balance of saltiness and pepper intensity.
- Plate immediately and serve alongside steamed rice or delicate noodles for a complete, satisfying meal.
Notes
- Dust chicken pieces with cornstarch to create a light, crispy exterior that locks in moisture and provides a delicate crunch.
- Use high heat when searing chicken to achieve golden-brown edges, which develops deeper flavor through caramelization.
- Select fresh, bold black pepper for maximum aromatic intensity and consider cracking whole peppercorns just before adding to elevate the dish’s taste profile.
- Balance sauce ingredients carefully to prevent overwhelming saltiness, tasting and adjusting seasonings gradually for a harmonious flavor blend.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg