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Black Pepper Chicken Delight

Black Pepper Chicken Delight is a bold and savory Asian-inspired chicken dish made with tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and a rich black pepper sauce. Packed with deep flavor and a gentle heat from freshly cracked black pepper, this recipe is perfect for quick weeknight dinners and pairs beautifully with rice or noodles.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • For the Black Pepper Sauce:
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ½ cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce optional
  • 1½ teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, toss the sliced chicken with 1 tablespoon cornstarch until evenly coated.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken and cook for 4–5 minutes until lightly browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add the remaining oil to the skillet and sauté the onion and bell peppers for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender.
  5. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients until smooth.
  7. Return the chicken to the skillet and pour in the black pepper sauce.
  8. Stir well and cook for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken evenly.
  9. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Notes

Use freshly cracked black pepper for the best flavor.
Chicken thighs provide extra juiciness, while breasts keep it lean.
Add fermented black beans for a chicken black bean variation.
Serve over steamed rice, fried rice, or noodles.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.