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Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms

A delightful stir-fry dish featuring tender chicken and earthy mushrooms in a peppery sauce, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
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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 even cooking.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Helps create a crispy texture on the chicken.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances the overall flavor of the dish.
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Adds depth and spiciness to the sauce.
  • 1 medium onion Sliced to provide sweetness and crunch.
  • 1 bell pepper red or green Sliced to contribute color and flavor.
  • 8 ounces mushrooms Sliced shiitake or button for earthiness.
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced to infuse a fragrant aroma.
  • 2 green onions Chopped for garnish, adding freshness.
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce Provides umami richness to the sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce Adds complexity and depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon honey Balances the savory elements with sweetness.
  • ½ teaspoon rice vinegar Brings acidity to brighten the dish.
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Used again to enhance flavor in the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Divided for cooking at high heat.

Method
 

  1. Mix sliced chicken with cornstarch, salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir-fry the chicken until browned, about 4-5 minutes, then remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add remaining oil and stir-fry onion and bell pepper for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften. Add sliced mushrooms and minced garlic; continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until tender.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and 1 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper until combined well.
  5. Pour the sauce over the sautéed vegetables and return the cooked chicken back into the skillet. Toss everything together until well-coated in sauce and heated through for about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Garnish your dish with chopped green onions before serving hot over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

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

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