Black Pepper Chicken Stir-Fry
A quick, flavorful stir-fry featuring tender chicken and vibrant vegetables, all tossed in a bold black pepper sauce.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil For frying
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper The star ingredient for flavor
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce Low-sodium preferred
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce Optional for additional flavor
For the Vegetables
- 1 bell pepper sliced (any color you prefer)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 medium onion, sliced
For Serving
- Cooked rice or noodles For serving
- fresh scallions and sesame seeds For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by thinly slicing your boneless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix the chicken with soy sauce, black pepper, and sesame oil. Allow it to marinate for about 10-15 minutes.
Cooking
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the marinated chicken to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic, sliced onion, bell pepper, and broccoli. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until tender but still crisp.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, add oyster sauce if desired, and stir everything well to combine and heat through.
- Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
To enhance your stir-fry, feel free to swap in favorite vegetables like snap peas or mushrooms, and always use freshly ground black pepper for the best flavor.