Black Pepper Chicken
Black Pepper Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken thighs with a savory, peppery sauce, delivering bold flavors in every bite. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, offering a delightful balance of spice and sweetness. Serve it over fluffy rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
- In a bowl, mix black pepper and salt; toss chicken in the seasoning until coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; add chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove chicken; sauté garlic in the same skillet until fragrant. Add soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch mixed with cold water, and chicken broth. Stir well.
- Return chicken to the skillet; toss to coat in the sauce and heat through for about 3–5 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg