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Healthy Black Pepper Chicken & Mushrooms – A Low-Carb Dinner Favorite!

This Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms is a savory, peppery, and umami-packed stir-fry that’s quick, easy, and better than takeout! Juicy chicken is marinated and stir-fried with mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers, then coated in a bold black pepper sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish is ready in under 30 minutes and pairs beautifully with rice or noodles!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 -3 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade:
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into thin strips)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
For the Stir-Fry:
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 8 oz mushrooms sliced
  • ½ onion thinly sliced
  • 1 bell pepper sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon crushed black pepper
For the Sauce:
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon water
For Garnish (Optional):
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions chopped

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken:
  1. In a bowl, mix chicken strips with soy sauce, cornstarch, black pepper, and sesame oil.
  2. Let it marinate for 10 minutes to enhance flavor and tenderness.
Prepare the Sauce:
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and cornstarch mixture.
  2. Set aside for later use.
Cook the Chicken:
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
  1. In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil.
  2. Stir-fry mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
  3. Add garlic, ginger, and crushed black pepper, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Combine Everything:
  1. Return the cooked chicken to the pan.
  2. Pour in the prepared sauce, stirring to coat everything evenly.
  3. Let it simmer for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Garnish & Serve:
  1. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions for extra flavor.
  2. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Use Freshly Crushed Black Pepper: It enhances the bold flavor.
  • Don’t Overcrowd the Pan: Cook in batches to ensure even cooking.
  • Marinate for More Flavor: Even 10 minutes makes a difference!
  • Adjust the Spice Level: Add more or less black pepper to suit your taste.
  • Try Different Mushrooms: Shiitake, cremini, or white button mushrooms work well.

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