Description
A fiery and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with aromatic spices and vibrant vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken (breast or thighs)
- 2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup bok choy, chopped
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by cutting it into bite-sized pieces and mixing it with soy sauce, black pepper, ginger, and garlic for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, add garlic and ginger, and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the marinated chicken and sear until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Incorporate bell peppers and bok choy, cooking until just tender.
- Thicken the sauce by mixing cornstarch with water, then stir it into the pan and cook until the sauce clings.
- Serve hot over rice or stir-fried noodles, garnished with fresh herbs or green onions.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Black Pepper Chicken, stir-fry, Asian cuisine, family favorite, spicy chicken