Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms
A delightful dish combining tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a flavorful sauce, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or weekend treats.
Ingredients
Chicken Preparation
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 piece onion, chopped
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 cup water
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips.
- In a bowl, combine the chicken with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the chicken is evenly coated.
Cooking
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the remaining vegetable oil to the skillet and add the onion and mushrooms. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and water to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and stir to combine with the sauce and vegetables.
- Add freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Garnish with green onions if desired and serve hot with rice or noodles.
Notes
For added crunch, toss in some vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli as you cook the onions and mushrooms. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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