Black Pepper Chicken Recipe

Name: Black Pepper Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips; 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth; 3 tbsp seasoned rice vinegar; 1/2 cup dark brown sugar; 4 minced garlic cloves; 1 tsp sriraha chili sauce; 1 tsp course black pepper; 3 tbsp oyster sauce; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1/4 tsp ground ginger; 2 hot chili's, chopped.I used jalapenos this time. Remove seeds and membrane for a milder dish, leave them in for a spicy dish; 2 sliced shallots; 1 tsp cornstarch; 2 green onions, sliced; 1 canola oil for cooking.

Servings: persons

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
3 tbsp seasoned rice vinegar
1/2 cup dark brown sugar
4 minced garlic cloves
1 tsp sriraha chili sauce
1 tsp course black pepper
3 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp soy sauce
1/4 tsp ground ginger
2 hot chili's, chopped.I used jalapenos this time. Remove seeds and membrane for a milder dish, leave them in for a spicy dish
2 sliced shallots
1 tsp cornstarch
2 green onions, sliced
1 canola oil for cooking.

1
Combine all ingredients except chicken, onions hot pepper and green onions in a bowl and whisk well, set aside.
2
In a large skillet heat enough oil to lightly coat bottom of pan.
3
Add chicken and brown all sides.
4
Remove chicken from pan to a plate.
5
Add shallot and hot pepper to pan and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
6
Add sauce and cook at a simmer until it becomes a slightly thickened sauce, about 4 to 5 minutes.
7
add green onions.
8
Return chicken to sauce and just heat through, a minute or two.
9
Serve with white rice, recipe included

741

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips, 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth, 3 tbsp seasoned rice vinegar, 1/2 cup dark brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Black Pepper 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Black Pepper Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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