Description
Black Pepper Chicken is a flavorful and quick Asian Fusion stir-fry that combines tender chicken thighs with a savory blend of soy, oyster, and hoisin sauces, complemented by fresh vegetables and bold black pepper. This easy 30-minute dinner recipe is perfect for weeknights when you want a satisfying, restaurant-quality meal without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Marinade
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
Sauces and Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
Optional Garnishes
- Sesame seeds
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sliced onion. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant and the onions begin to soften.
- Add Bell Pepper: Add the sliced bell pepper to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pepper is slightly tender but still crisp.
- Combine Ingredients and Sauces: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, freshly ground black pepper, sugar, and chicken broth. Mix thoroughly to coat all the ingredients.
- Simmer the Sauce: Continue cooking for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the chicken and vegetables.
- Finish and Garnish: Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle the chopped green onions over the dish. If desired, garnish with sesame seeds or fresh cilantro for extra flavor and presentation.
- Serve: Serve the Black Pepper Chicken immediately with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- For extra heat, add sliced fresh chili or a pinch of chili flakes to the dish.
- Dark meat chicken thighs keep the dish juicier, but boneless chicken breasts can be used as a leaner option.
- Adjust the amount of black pepper to your taste preference for either a mild or bold pepper flavor.
- Ensure soy, oyster, and hoisin sauces are gluten-free if you need to maintain a gluten-free diet.
