Savory Black Pepper Chicken Delight
This Savory Black Pepper Chicken Delight is a quick and easy stir-fry recipe loaded with bold peppery flavor, tender chicken, and aromatic garlic and onions. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s a one-pan meal that pairs wonderfully with rice or noodles. Ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
For the Chicken & Marinade:
- 500 g boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, sliced thinly
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp sesame oil optional
For the Stir-Fry:
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ onion thinly sliced
- ½ green bell pepper julienned (optional)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce for stir-fry
- ½ tsp sugar optional, to balance spice
- 1 –2 tbsp water or chicken broth if needed
For Garnish:
- 1 tbsp chopped green onions
- ½ tsp toasted sesame seeds optional
- Extra black pepper to taste
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, combine the chicken slices with soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, black pepper, and sesame oil. Mix well and let it marinate for 15–20 minutes.
Prepare the Aromatics:
- While the chicken marinates, mince the garlic and slice the onions and bell pepper.
Sauté Aromatics:
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic and onion. Stir-fry for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Add bell pepper (if using) and stir-fry briefly.
Cook the Chicken:
- Add marinated chicken to the pan in a single layer. Sear for 2 minutes undisturbed, then stir-fry until fully cooked and slightly caramelized (about 4–5 minutes).
Season and Finish:
- Add 1 tbsp soy sauce, sugar (if using), and a splash of water or broth if the pan is too dry. Let simmer for 1–2 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly.
Garnish and Serve:
- Turn off heat and garnish with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and extra black pepper. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.