Black Pepper Chicken

Sweet and sour chicken, laced with the bold, earthy essence of black pepper. This dish is as easy as it is sensational.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Asian

Diet Gluten Free, Low Fat, Dairy Free Diet

Keyword black pepper, chicken, dinner, healthy, quick and easy

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 206kcal

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts tenders, or thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
3 tablespoons water divided
3 teaspoons cornstarch divided
5 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon mirin or Shaoxing cooking wine
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 bell pepper any color, seeded and chopped
Cooked rice for serving optional
Chopped green onions for serving optional

In a shallow dish, combine 1 tablespoon of the water and 1 teaspoon of the cornstarch. Add the chicken and turn to coat all pieces. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of water, remaining 2 teaspoons of cornstarch, soy sauce, mirin, black pepper, and sesame oil.
Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until no longer pink. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook for 2 minutes, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through and the vegetables soften.
Add the soy sauce mixture and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 2 minutes, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables.
Top with green onions (if using) and serve over rice (if desired).