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Spicy Black Pepper Chicken: Discover This Flavorful Recipe!

A flavorful and spicy dish featuring tender chicken thighs coated in a savory black pepper sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger minced
  • 1 bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup green onions chopped

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch, soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
  4. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Sauté the garlic and ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add the bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet and pour the sauce mixture over it. Stir well to coat the chicken and vegetables.
  7. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  8. Add the green onions and stir to combine. Cook for another minute, then remove from heat.
  9. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add sliced fresh chili peppers or a dash of hot sauce.
  • Substitute chicken thighs with chicken breast for a leaner option.
  • For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with tofu and adjust cooking times accordingly.

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