Ingredients:

  • 450 grams boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced into bite-sized portions
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 inch ginger, finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced for garnish
  • Optional: Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, combine the diced chicken breasts with soy sauce and cornstarch. Ensure the chicken is thoroughly coated. Allow to marinate for approximately 15 minutes. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken to the hot skillet and sauté until golden brown and fully cooked, approximately 5-7 minutes. Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add the sliced bell pepper, sliced onion, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Sauté until the vegetables have softened, approximately 3-4 minutes. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper and salt. Stir to ensure all ingredients are well combined. Continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes to ensure the dish is heated through. Garnish with thinly sliced green onions before serving. Serve hot with cooked rice, if desired.

Preparation and Serving Information:

Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Estimated Nutritional Information: 280 kcal per serving Yields: 4 servings This Black Pepper Chicken offers a swift and flavorful culinary experience, delivering a distinctive peppery zest. Featuring tender chicken and crisp vegetables, it serves as an excellent choice for efficient weeknight meals or as a prepared dish option. The combination of soy sauce and freshly ground black pepper creates a savory and aromatic sauce that perfectly complements the chicken. For a complete and satisfying meal, serve over steamed rice.