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Black Pepper Chicken – A Savory Takeout-Style Stir-Fry You Can Make at Home

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A bold and savory stir-fry featuring tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a glossy black pepper sauce. Fast, flavorful, and better than takeout.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breast, thinly sliced

  • 1 tbsp soy sauce (for marinating)

  • 1 tsp cornstarch

  • 1 tsp sesame oil

  • 1 tbsp oil (for cooking)

  • 1 bell pepper, sliced

  • 1 medium onion, sliced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced

    For the Sauce:

    • 2 tbsp soy sauce

    • 1 tbsp oyster sauce

    • 1 tsp dark soy sauce (optional)

    • 2 tbsp water or broth

    • 1 tsp sugar

    • 1½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

  • Toss chicken with 1 tbsp soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Let sit for 10 minutes.

  • Mix sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.

  • Heat oil in a large skillet or wok. Stir-fry chicken 3–4 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.

  • Add onion and bell pepper. Stir-fry 2–3 minutes. Add garlic and ginger, cook 30 seconds.

  • Return chicken to pan and pour in sauce. Stir well and simmer until sauce thickens.

  • Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Adjust pepper to taste.

  • Add chili flakes for extra spice.

  • Can be made gluten-free with tamari and GF oyster sauce.

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