Black Pepper Chicken

Here’s a delicious recipe for Black Pepper Chicken:

Ingredients

• 500 grams (1 lb) chicken breast or thigh, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon black pepper, coarsely ground
• 1 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Salt to taste
• Spring onions or cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken:
   • In a bowl, mix the chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
2. Prepare the Cornstarch Slurry:
   • In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to make a slurry. Set aside.
3. Cook the Chicken:
   • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
   • Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
4. Sauté the Aromatics:
   • In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil.
   • Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and ginger. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
5. Add Bell Pepper:
   • Add the sliced green bell pepper to the pan and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until they are slightly tender.
6. Combine Everything:
   • Return the cooked chicken to the pan.
   • Add the remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, and white pepper. Stir to combine.
7. Add Black Pepper:
   • Sprinkle the remaining black pepper over the dish and mix well to evenly coat the chicken and vegetables.
8. Thicken the Sauce:
   • Pour the cornstarch slurry into the pan and stir continuously until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables nicely.
9. Adjust Seasoning:
   • Taste the dish and add salt if needed.
10. Serve:
    • Garnish with chopped spring onions or cilantro if desired.
    • Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Enjoy your flavorful Black Pepper Chicken!