Description
Garlic Black Pepper Chicken delivers a seriously tasty dinner that comes together faster than your favorite takeout order. Tender chicken pieces get tossed in a bold, peppery sauce that brings serious flavor to your weeknight meal rotation.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 500 g boneless chicken (thighs or breasts)
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Cooking Fats and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt to taste
- 2 green onions
Instructions
- Slice 500 g boneless chicken into uniform, bite-sized pieces ensuring even cooking. Mince 4 garlic cloves finely to prepare for maximum flavor distribution.
- Heat 2 Tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (375°F). Arrange chicken pieces in a single layer, allowing each piece to sear undisturbed for exactly 3 minutes.
- Flip chicken pieces and cook another 2 minutes until golden brown. Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Reduce heat to medium (325°F). Move chicken to one side of the pan and add 2 Tbsp unsalted butter. Let butter melt completely.
- Add minced garlic to melted butter. Toast for 30-45 seconds until fragrant and light golden, stirring continuously to prevent burning.
- Sprinkle 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper into the butter. Stir quickly to release aromatic oils and develop deeper flavor.
- Pour 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp oyster sauce, and 1 tsp sugar into the pan. Toss chicken to coat evenly, creating a glossy sauce.
- Simmer sauce for 1-2 minutes until it thickens and clings to chicken pieces. Taste and add salt if needed.
- Transfer chicken to serving plate. Garnish with 2 sliced green onions for fresh, sharp contrast. Serve hot with rice or noodles.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors deeply penetrate the meat and tenderize it.
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken thighs for more flavor and juiciness compared to chicken breasts.
- Use freshly ground black pepper for a more robust and aromatic taste that will elevate the entire dish.
- If watching sodium intake, reduce the amount of soy sauce and replace with low-sodium alternatives or coconut aminos.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-9 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 238 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg