Description
Savory black pepper chicken brings bold flavors straight to your dinner table with tender meat and a zesty spice kick that makes weeknight meals seriously delicious. Cracked pepper and juicy chicken create an easy meal that comes together faster than ordering takeout.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 chicken breasts
Supporting Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
Seasoning:
- 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Mix 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon honey, 2 teaspoons ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon grated ginger in a medium bowl.
- Drop chicken strips into marinade, coating each piece thoroughly. Let sit at room temperature for 20 minutes.
- Pour 2 tablespoons vegetable oil into a large skillet, heating to 375°F over medium-high flame.
- Arrange marinated chicken strips in a single layer across skillet, ensuring pieces do not overlap.
- Cook chicken for 3-4 minutes on first side until golden brown edges appear.
- Flip strips and continue cooking additional 3-4 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Transfer chicken to clean plate, allowing excess oil to drain briefly.
- Serve immediately alongside steamed rice or fresh chopped vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- Let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes to ensure deep flavor penetration and tender meat.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the chicken’s internal temperature, guaranteeing safe and perfectly cooked protein.
- For a low-carb version, serve over cauliflower rice or mixed greens instead of traditional rice.
- Pat the chicken dry before cooking to help achieve a beautiful golden-brown exterior that seals in the marinade’s delicious flavors.
- Prep Time: 15-30 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-7 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 470 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 1230 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 27 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg