Description

This Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms recipe features juicy chicken coated in a savory black pepper sauce with earthy mushrooms and a glossy finish. Perfect for a flavorful weeknight meal or a special occasion.

Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast or thigh, thinly sliced against the grain

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon oyster sauce

1 tablespoon rice wine

1 teaspoon honey

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 cup mushrooms, sliced (button or shiitake work well)

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

2–3 green onions, sliced for garnish

Additional freshly ground black pepper for finishing

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Instructions

Slice the chicken against the grain at a 45-degree angle into uniform pieces, about 1/4 inch thick.
Mix cornstarch, salt, and freshly ground black pepper in a glass bowl. Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat. Let rest for 5 minutes.
Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice wine, and honey in a separate bowl until smooth.
Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat, testing the temperature with a drop of water. Add oil and swirl to coat the wok.
Cook the chicken in small batches, stir-frying until 80% cooked, then remove and set aside.
In the same wok, add garlic and ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add mushrooms and cook for 2-3 minutes until caramelized.
Return the chicken to the wok, pour the sauce over, and toss everything together until coated.
Finish with a fresh grind of black pepper and sliced green onions for garnish. Serve immediately over steamed rice.

Notes

For extra heat, add fresh Thai chilies or Sichuan peppercorns to taste.
For protein swaps, try shrimp or thinly sliced beef.
For a vegetarian option, use firm tofu instead of chicken.
Consider adding colorful veggies like sugar snap peas, baby corn, or water chestnuts for more variety.
This dish stores well for up to 3 days in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat on the stovetop for best texture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stir-fry
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 40g
Cholesterol: 70mg