Black Bean Chicken Recipe

Name: Black Bean Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup black bean sauce or 1/3 cup chinese fermented black beans; 2 tablespoons peanut oil; toasted sesame oil (just a couple of splashes will do); 2 cups chopped yellow onions; 2 -3 garlic cloves, minced (or more to taste); 2/3 cup low sodium chicken broth; 1/3 cup soy sauce (low sodium type preferred); 1/2 teaspoon sugar, to taste; 4 cups small broccoli florets or 3 cups shelled edamame soybeans; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced into 1/4-inch strips; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 2 tablespoons dry sherry (NOT cooking sherry); 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds; 1/4 cup chopped green onion (scallions); fresh ground black pepper; salt

Servings: persons

1/4 cup black bean sauce or 1/3 cup chinese fermented black beans
2 tablespoons peanut oil
toasted sesame oil (just a couple of splashes will do)
2 cups chopped yellow onions
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced (or more to taste)
2/3 cup low sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup soy sauce (low sodium type preferred)
1/2 teaspoon sugar, to taste
4 cups small broccoli florets or 3 cups shelled edamame soybeans
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced into 1/4-inch strips
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons dry sherry (NOT cooking sherry)
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
1/4 cup chopped green onion (scallions)
fresh ground black pepper
salt

1
If using fermented beans in whole bean form, place the beans in a bowl and cover with warm water. Cover and let stand 30 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water; drain well.
2
Cut the chicken breasts into thin, 1/4-inch strips. This can be done easier if the breasts are partially frozen, by the way, but it can be done while they're thawed, as well. Do cut them into the strips rather than chunks, as black bean chicken tastes completely different if chunks are used (as I know from experience).
3
In a large, nonstick skillet or wok (ones that have a cover) over medium-high temperature, heat the oils together. Add the onion and garlic and saute while stirring for 30 seconds to flavor the oil.
4
Add bean sauce or whole beans and saute for 10 seconds.
5
Stir in the broth, soy sauce, and sugar and bring to a boil.
6
Add the broccoli or edamame (I prefer the edamame, but that's just because I'm not that fond of broccoli) and the chicken strips and bring to a boil again. Cover, reduce heat to medium and allow to simmer for 5 minutes or until the chicken is done and no longer pink, stirring occasionally.
7
In a small bowl whisk together the cornstarch and sherry.
8
Uncover the cooking vegetables and chicken and gradually whisk in the cornstarch mixture to the liquid in the pan. Allow to cook for 1 minute, whisking constantly. (You don't want lumps.).
9
Add toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onion and stir, cooking until green onion is just heated through, about 1 minute.
10
Season to taste with freshly ground black pepper and salt (careful with the salt) and serve with rice or Asian noodles, and enjoy!
11
Note: if you're using fermented beans in whole bean form, and you'll want to soak only the amount called for in the recipe. Left over fermented black beans keep really well in the refrigerator for up to about 6 months.
12
Note #2: please know that cooking sherry and regular sherry are *not* the same! Cooking sherry contains added salt and sometimes other ingredients. Generally, it's preferable - to me, at least - to have the control over your recipes by adding individual ingredients yourself.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup black bean sauce or 1/3 cup chinese fermented black beans, 2 tablespoons peanut oil, toasted sesame oil (just a couple of splashes will do), 2 cups chopped yellow onions, and more.

Yes, Black Bean Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Black Bean Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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