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Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms

A delightful dish that combines tender chicken and earthy mushrooms in a peppery sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts Thinly sliced for quicker cooking.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Helps to tenderize the chicken and create a nice coating.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances the overall flavor of the dish.
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Adds that signature peppery kick.
  • 1 medium onion Sliced to bring sweetness and texture to the stir-fry.
  • 1 bell pepper red or green Sliced, adding color and crunch.
  • 8 ounces mushrooms shiitake or button, sliced for an earthy flavor profile.
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced for aromatic depth.
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce For richness and umami flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce Enhances the savory taste of the dish.
  • 1 teaspoon honey Balances the flavors with a hint of sweetness.
  • ½ teaspoon rice vinegar Adds brightness to the overall taste.
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper For additional heat and flavor complexity.
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Used for cooking the chicken and vegetables evenly.

Method
 

  1. Mix sliced chicken with cornstarch, salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir-fry chicken until browned, 4-5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. In same skillet with remaining oil, stir-fry onion and bell pepper for 2-3 minutes. Add mushrooms and garlic, cook another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and 1 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Add sauce to vegetables, return chicken to skillet. Toss until well-coated and heated through, 1-2 minutes.
  6. Garnish with green onions and serve hot over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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