Black Pepper Chicken With Mushrooms Recipe
This Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms recipe is a perfect stir-fry dish with juicy chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a rich black pepper sauce. Ideal for a quick and easy meal, this dish is packed with bold flavors and pairs well with rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2-3 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tablespoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ½ cup bell peppers, sliced (optional)
- ½ cup onion, sliced
- ¼ cup chicken broth
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix chicken with cornstarch, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Add the remaining oil to the pan. Sauté garlic, ginger, onions, and mushrooms for 2 minutes.
- Return chicken to the pan, add oyster sauce, black pepper, and chicken broth. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
- Add bell peppers (if using) and cook for another minute. Serve hot with rice or noodles.
Notes
- Adjust black pepper to taste for more or less spice.
- Use different mushrooms like shiitake or cremini for extra flavor.
- Substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg