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Black Pepper Chicken

Quick Black Pepper Chicken Stir Fry for Easy Weeknight Wins

A quick and delicious Black Pepper Chicken stir fry perfect for busy weeknights, full of flavor and low in calories.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 227

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Cubed boneless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch For coating
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken broth Use vegetable broth for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce Substitute with teriyaki sauce if needed
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seed oil Optional but enhances flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Can be swapped with maple syrup for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Rice wine vinegar Apple cider vinegar works as substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder Adjust to personal spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt or kosher salt can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Cracked black pepper Adjust to taste for higher spiciness
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic is recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger (minced) Ground ginger can substitute
  • 1 medium Green bell pepper Any bell pepper color can be used
  • 1 medium White onion Yellow onion can serve as an alternative
  • 2 stalks Celery Chopped, can substitute with carrots
Cooking Fat
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil Essential for frying

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together chicken broth, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, honey, rice wine vinegar, minced garlic, cracked black pepper, chili powder, and minced ginger until well combined. Set aside.
  2. In another bowl, combine cubed chicken thighs with cornstarch, salt, and cracked black pepper. Toss thoroughly to coat.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil. Add coated chicken and cook for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add more oil if needed, and add minced garlic, minced ginger, diced green bell pepper, sliced white onion, and chopped celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Return cooked chicken to the skillet with sautéed vegetables. Pour in the prepared sauce and stir well. Simmer for 3-5 minutes, allowing sauce to thicken.
  6. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 227kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 22gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure vegetables are chopped evenly for consistent cooking. Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container for up to a week.

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