Description
Savor spicy Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms, a delightful culinary journey blending bold Asian flavors with tender chicken and earthy mushrooms. Comfort meets excitement in this easy skillet dish that promises a memorable meal packed with robust seasonings and delicious textures.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 2 cups (200g) mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini work well)
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, minced or grated
- ½ red bell pepper, sliced (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Sauce and Marinade Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (for marinade)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for marinade)
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper (for marinade)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (for sauce)
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper (adjust to taste)
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) chicken broth or water
Cooking Ingredient:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Infuse chicken pieces with a robust marinade of soy sauce, cornstarch, and freshly ground black pepper. Allow flavors to meld and penetrate the meat for 10-15 minutes at room temperature.
- Craft a dynamic sauce by whisking together soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, additional black pepper, and chicken broth until smooth and well-integrated.
- Ignite a large skillet with vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Carefully introduce marinated chicken, searing until a golden exterior develops and meat is thoroughly cooked, approximately 5-6 minutes. Transfer chicken to a waiting plate.
- Without cleaning the skillet, introduce fresh oil and tumble in mushrooms. Sauté until moisture evaporates and edges caramelize. Incorporate aromatic elements like onion, garlic, ginger, and bell pepper, creating a fragrant vegetable medley.
- Reunite the cooked chicken with the vegetable ensemble. Stream the prepared sauce over the mixture, gently tossing to ensure uniform coating. Simmer briefly, allowing sauce to reduce and cling luxuriously to ingredients.
- Elevate the dish with a sprinkle of freshly sliced green onions. Serve immediately atop steamed rice or delicate noodles, presenting a harmonious blend of textures and flavors.
Notes
- Ensure chicken pieces are uniformly cut for even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Marinate chicken for no longer than 15 minutes to prevent the meat from becoming too salty or tough from the soy sauce.
- Choose fresh, firm mushrooms like shiitake or cremini for maximum flavor and a meaty texture that complements the chicken.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular soy sauce with tamari and use cornstarch certified gluten-free to maintain the recipe’s integrity.
- Add extra heat by incorporating a teaspoon of chili flakes or a dash of sriracha sauce during the sauce preparation for spice lovers.
- Make the dish lighter by using chicken breast instead of thighs and reducing oil quantity while using a non-stick pan for minimal added fat.
- Prep all ingredients beforehand to ensure quick and smooth cooking, as stir-frying requires rapid and continuous movement.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg