Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms Recipe

Here’s a flavorful and easy Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms recipe that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. It’s inspired by Asian stir-fry flavors, combining tender chicken, savory mushrooms, and bold black pepper.

---

Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms

Ingredients:

For the chicken marinade:

• 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, thinly sliced

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp cornstarch

• 1 tsp sesame oil

• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper

For the stir-fry:

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

• 2 cups mushrooms (shiitake, button, or cremini), sliced

• 1 small onion, sliced

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• 1/2 inch ginger, minced (optional)

• 1 bell pepper, sliced (optional for color and crunch)

• 1–2 green onions, chopped

For the sauce:

• 1 tbsp oyster sauce

• 1 tbsp light soy sauce

• 1 tsp dark soy sauce (optional, for color)

• 1 tsp sugar

• 1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper (adjust to taste)

• 2 tbsp water or chicken broth

• 1/2 tsp cornstarch (to thicken)

---

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Chicken:

   • In a bowl, mix sliced chicken with soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and black pepper.

   • Let marinate for at least 15 minutes (up to 30 minutes for deeper flavor).

2. Make the Sauce:

   • In a small bowl, combine oyster sauce, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce (if using), sugar, black pepper, water, and cornstarch. Stir well and set aside.

3. Cook the Chicken:

   • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

   • Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until browned and cooked through (about 5–6 minutes). Remove and set aside.

4. Stir-fry the Vegetables:

   • Add another 1 tbsp oil to the pan. Add garlic, ginger (if using), onion, mushrooms, and bell pepper.

   • Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until vegetables are tender but still crisp.

5. Combine Everything:

   • Return the chicken to the pan.

   • Pour in the sauce and toss everything together. Stir-fry for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients evenly.

6. Garnish and Serve:

   • Add chopped green onions.

   • Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

---

Tips:

• For extra heat, add a pinch of crushed red pepper or chili flakes.

• Use freshly cracked black pepper for a more intense flavor.

• Substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian version.

Let me know if you’d like a printable version or a variation like a low-sodium or gluten-free version!