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Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms Recipe

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  • Author: Melanie
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Description

Savor the robust flavors of Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms, a quick and satisfying dish featuring tender chicken breast pieces sautéed with fresh mushrooms and green onions, all accented by a bold black pepper seasoning. Perfect for a flavorful weeknight meal, this recipe combines simple ingredients with a savory sauce to create a comforting and delicious dish served best over rice or noodles.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Vegetables

  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup chopped green onions

Sauce and Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

  1. Heat the skillet: Warm a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking.
  2. Add oil: Pour 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil into the skillet and let it heat up until shimmering.
  3. Cook chicken: Add the bite-sized chicken pieces to the skillet, cooking for 5-7 minutes while stirring occasionally, until they are browned and fully cooked.
  4. Remove chicken: Take the cooked chicken out of the skillet and set it aside to keep warm.
  5. Sauté green onions: In the same skillet, add the chopped green onions and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently until they soften.
  6. Add mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the green onions and cook together for 4-5 minutes until the mushrooms release moisture and begin to brown.
  7. Combine chicken and vegetables: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the mushrooms and green onions.
  8. Season with pepper: Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of black pepper over the mixture and stir well to coat everything evenly.
  9. Cook together: Allow the chicken and vegetables to cook together for another 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors and heat through.
  10. Adjust seasoning: Taste the dish and add additional black pepper if desired for extra spice.
  11. Prepare sauce: In a small bowl, mix the chicken broth, soy sauce, cornstarch, and water until smooth.
  12. Add sauce to skillet: Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and stir well, cooking for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and mushrooms.
  13. Serve: Serve the Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms hot over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Use fresh black pepper and adjust quantity to taste for desired spiciness.
  • Chicken thighs can be used instead of breast for juicier meat.
  • For a gluten-free option, substitute soy sauce with tamari.
  • Add bell peppers or snap peas for extra vegetable variety and color.
  • Be careful not to overcrowd the skillet to ensure even cooking and browning.

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