Black Pepper Chicken

This Spicy Savory Black Pepper Chicken is a must-try for anyone who loves bold flavors! With tender, marinated chicken thighs tossed with vibrant bell peppers and aromatic garlic and ginger, this dish is packed with heat and savory goodness. It’s quick to prepare, taking just 40 minutes from start to finish, making it a perfect weeknight dinner. Serve it over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal the whole family will love!

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Ingredients

500g boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

2 tablespoons black pepper, coarsely ground

3 tablespoons soy sauce

2 tablespoons oyster sauce

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

4 cloves garlic, minced

1-inch piece ginger, minced

1 red bell pepper, sliced

1 green bell pepper, sliced

1 medium onion, sliced

2 spring onions, chopped (for garnish)

1 teaspoon sesame oil

Salt to taste

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with black pepper, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Prepare the Vegetables: Slice the red and green bell peppers and onion. Set aside.

Heat the Oil: In a large frying pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

Cook the Chicken: Add the marinated chicken to the pan in a single layer. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Sauté Aromatics: In the same pan, add the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Add Vegetables: Toss in the sliced bell peppers and onion. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they are tender yet crisp.

Combine Everything: Return the cooked chicken to the pan and toss to combine. Drizzle with sesame oil and season with salt to taste.

Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped spring onions.

Serve: Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Prep Time: 10 mins | Total Time: 40 mins | Servings: 4