Description
A vibrant and vivacious dish featuring tender chicken coated in a creamy, spicy black pepper sauce with fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine your sliced chicken, black pepper, soy sauce, and cornstarch. Toss well to coat. Allow it to marinate for about 15 minutes.
- Heat the skillet: Heat your large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil. Swirl it around to coat the bottom.
- Cook the chicken: Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Add vegetables: Toss in the sliced bell pepper and onion. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they soften.
- Add aromatics: Sprinkle in the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for an additional minute.
- Create the sauce: Pour in the chicken broth, gently stirring to combine and cook for an extra 2-3 minutes.
- Final seasoning: Season with salt as desired, adjusting according to your taste preferences.
Notes
For a healthier option, use an air fryer to cook the chicken. Customize with your favorite vegetables and spices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg