This Black Pepper Chicken and Mushroom recipe is a quick and delicious dish that combines rich flavors with simple ingredients. Thanks to the balance of spices and the distinctive mushroom flavor, this recipe is an ideal choice for a delicious lunch or dinner with rice or noodles, to provide a complete meal that satisfies all tastes.
★Ingredients
- 500g boneless chicken breast or thighs (sliced into thin strips)
- 200g mushrooms (button or shiitake, sliced)
- 1 medium onion (sliced)
- 1 bell pepper (sliced, optional for color)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water for a slurry)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons oil (for frying)
- ½ cup chicken stock or water
- Spring onions (for garnish)
★Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Marinate the chicken in 1 tablespoon soy sauce and a dash of black pepper for 10 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan or wok over medium heat. Sear the chicken until lightly golden and almost cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- In the same pan, add the remaining oil. Sauté garlic and onions until fragrant.
- Add the mushrooms and bell peppers (if using) and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Combine and Sauce:
- Return the chicken to the pan. Add black pepper, remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and chicken stock. Stir well.
- Simmer for 3-4 minutes until everything is coated in the sauce.
- Thicken the Sauce:
- Pour in the cornstarch slurry while stirring continuously. Cook until the sauce thickens.
- Serve:
- Garnish with chopped spring onions and serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
Enjoy your flavorful chicken dish!