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Bertha Jones

Black Pepper Chicken

A flavorful and quick dish combining tender chicken with a savory black pepper sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the chicken marinade
  • 1 lb chicken breasts (or thighs), sliced against the grain into 1/4” (5-mm) thick pieces Use tender cuts for best results.
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry) Substitute dry sherry if necessary.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch To coat the chicken.
For the sauce
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
  • 2 teaspoons dark soy sauce
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
For cooking
  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil (or vegetable oil) For searing the chicken.
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken
  1. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the chicken with 1 tablespoon of light soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of Shaoxing wine, and the cornstarch. Gently mix with your hands until the chicken is coated with a thin layer of marinade. Let it sit for about 10 to 15 minutes.
Prepare the Sauce
  1. While marinating, whisk together all the sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken in a single layer and sear for about a minute, until the bottom is lightly browned.
  2. Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute, ensuring both sides are golden but still slightly pink in the center. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
Prepare the Vegetables
  1. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil, then toss in the minced ginger and garlic. Stir quickly for 20 seconds, then add the chopped white onion and bell peppers, cooking for just 20 seconds.
Combine and Finish
  1. Stir the sauce mixture then pour it into the skillet, immediately stirring until it thickens, about 2 minutes.
  2. Return the chicken to the skillet and toss everything together until coated in the sauce. Remove from heat and transfer to a large plate. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

To keep leftovers fresh, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

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