black pepper chicken

Introduction

If you’ve ever craved restaurant-quality Black Pepper Chicken at home, this is your lucky day. With a few pantry staples and some quick stir-frying, you’ll create a dish that’s fragrant, flavorful, and 100% satisfying.

Reasons to Love This Black Pepper Chicken Recipe

• Restaurant flavor, homemade ease

• Rich sauce with complex pepper notes

• Balanced dish of protein and vegetables

• Minimal prep, no fancy tools required

• Stores and reheats like a dream

Ingredients You’ll Need

• Chicken (breast or thigh, sliced thin)

• Soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce

• Freshly cracked black pepper

• Sugar, cornstarch

• Aromatics: garlic and ginger

• Onions, celery, bell peppers

• Neutral oil (like canola or peanut)

Possible Ingredient Additions and Substitutions

• Make it spicy: add chili flakes or fresh chilies

• Use mushrooms for a meatless version

• Add carrots or zucchini for variety

• Swap oyster sauce for vegan mushroom sauce

Tools You’ll Need

• Wok or nonstick skillet

• Stirring utensil

• Knife + board

• Small bowl for sauce

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Marinate chicken in soy sauce, sugar, wine, and cornstarch.

2. Prepare black pepper sauce.

3. Sear the chicken in batches, set aside.

4. Cook aromatics and vegetables in same pan.

5. Add sauce and stir until thickened.

6. Mix chicken back in, coat and cook until done.

What to Serve with Black Pepper Chicken

• Hot steamed rice

• Pan-fried dumplings

• Asian slaw

• Sauteed greens

How to Store Black Pepper Chicken

• Store in a sealed container in the fridge; keeps for 3–4 days.

Can I Freeze Black Pepper Chicken?

• Yes! Freeze in portions and reheat for instant meal satisfaction.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Can I use pre-cooked chicken?

2. What if I don’t have a wok?

3. How spicy is it?

4. Can I add more veggies?

5. Will this work with meal prep?

Two Resources

• Asian Cooking Made Easy

• Kitchen Stories – Stir Fry 101

Nutritional Information

• Around 320 calories per serving

• High protein, moderate carbs

Conclusion

Recreating Black Pepper Chicken at home is easier than you think—and more rewarding too. It’s one of those recipes that earns a permanent spot in your rotation. You’ll wonder why you didn’t try it sooner.

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