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Easy Black Pepper Chicken Recipe

Easy Black Pepper Chicken Recipe
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A Panda Express–inspired black pepper chicken recipe featuring juicy chicken breast cubes stir-fried with onion and bell peppers in a bold black pepper sauce. It’s quick, flavorful, and better than takeout!

Ingredients

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  • 500g (1.1 lbs) skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size cubes
  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • 2 medium onions, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 large green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced ginger
  • 1 red or green chili, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • For the sauce:
  • 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water or chicken broth

Instructions

1. Make the sauce by whisking together black pepper, soy sauces, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water. Set aside.

2. Marinate the chicken with 1 tablespoon of the sauce, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt. Let rest while prepping veggies.

3. Heat a pan, add 1 tablespoon oil, and cook chicken in a single layer until golden on both sides. Remove and set aside.

4. Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan, sauté garlic, ginger, and chili for 30 seconds.

5. Add onion and bell pepper; stir fry over high heat until slightly charred but still crisp.

6. Reduce heat, re-whisk sauce, pour into pan and let simmer for 30 seconds.

7. Add the cooked chicken back to the pan and toss until well coated and heated through.

8. Turn off heat, sprinkle with fresh ground pepper, and serve hot.

Notes

Use freshly ground pepper for maximum flavor.

Don’t skip marinating the chicken — it ensures tenderness and flavor.

Prepare all ingredients in advance for a smooth stir-fry process.

Whisk the sauce again before using, as cornstarch may settle.

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