Description
Hearty black pepper chicken with mushrooms brings robust flavors from Asian cuisine to dinner tables. Spicy protein and earthy mushrooms combine perfectly, delivering a quick and satisfying meal for home cooks seeking bold taste sensations.
Ingredients
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Protein:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
Sauces, Seasonings, and Oils:
- 1 tablespoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon sugar
- 0.25 cup (4 tablespoons) chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare a flavor-packed marinade by combining sliced chicken with soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and freshly ground black pepper. Allow the chicken to absorb the seasonings for 10 minutes at room temperature.
- Warm a skillet over medium-high heat with a thin layer of cooking oil. Quickly sauté minced garlic and grated ginger until their aromatic essence fills the kitchen.
- Introduce the marinated chicken to the pan, spreading pieces evenly. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure uniform browning and complete cooking.
- Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet, sprinkling with a pinch of salt and a touch of sugar. Continue stir-frying for an additional 3 minutes, allowing mushrooms to release their natural moisture.
- Pour chicken broth into the pan, creating a light sauce. Simmer for 2 minutes, gently reducing the liquid and allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Finish the dish with a delicate drizzle of sesame oil, which adds a nutty complexity. Scatter freshly chopped green onions across the top for a burst of color and sharp flavor. Serve immediately alongside steamed rice.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is evenly sliced to guarantee uniform cooking and prevent dry or undercooked pieces.
- Let chicken marinate at room temperature to enhance flavor absorption and improve meat tenderness.
- Choose fresh shiitake or button mushrooms for best texture and rich umami flavor profile.
- Adjust black pepper quantity based on personal spice preference, starting with less and gradually increasing for balanced heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 275 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 860 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg