Description
Savor the rich flavors of Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms, a dish that brings together tender chicken and earthy mushrooms in a bold, peppery sauce. Comfort meets excitement on your plate with this simple yet satisfying meal that makes weeknight cooking a delicious adventure.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1.1 pounds chicken breast, sliced
- 7 ounces mushrooms, sliced
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- Salt to taste
Liquid and Oil:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Warm your skillet over medium heat at 350°F, drizzling 1 tablespoon olive oil across the surface.
- Tumble 1 chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves into the pan, stirring frequently until they release their aromatic essence, about 2-3 minutes.
- Introduce 500g sliced chicken breast to the skillet, allowing each piece to develop a golden-brown exterior, which takes approximately 5-6 minutes.
- Slide 200g sliced mushrooms into the pan, gently mixing them with the chicken and letting them soften for 3-4 minutes.
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons black pepper and pour 2 tablespoons soy sauce over the mixture, thoroughly coating each morsel while stirring to distribute flavors evenly.
- Taste the dish and add a pinch of salt as needed, ensuring your seasonings complement the rich, savory profile of the chicken and mushrooms.
- Transfer the sizzling chicken directly onto serving plates, ensuring each portion captures the robust, peppery essence of your creation.
Notes
- Toast whole black peppercorns before grinding to release deeper, more complex flavor profiles in your chicken dish.
- Select fresh, firm mushrooms like cremini or shiitake for the best texture and most robust earthy undertones.
- Slice chicken against the grain to ensure tender, juicy meat that absorbs seasonings more effectively.
- For a gluten-free version, replace traditional soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos to maintain the savory depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg