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Savor the Spice: Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms Delight

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Learn how to make delicious Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 ounces button mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • Salt to taste

For a vegetarian twist, swap the chicken for tofu or tempeh. You can also experiment with different types of mushrooms, like shiitake or cremini, to add depth to the dish.

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and black pepper. Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  2. Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil. Sauté the onions and garlic until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the mushrooms and bell pepper to the skillet, cooking until the mushrooms are golden and the bell peppers are tender, about 5 minutes.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and chicken broth, bringing the sauce to a simmer. Cook until the sauce thickens, coating the chicken and vegetables beautifully.
  6. Season with additional salt if needed, and adjust the pepper for a spicier kick.

Remember, cooking is about using your senses, just like my abuela taught me. Listen for the sizzle, smell the spices, and taste as you go.

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International