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Black Pepper Chicken

Delicious Black Pepper Chicken: Quick Gluten-Free Delight

This Black Pepper Chicken stir fry is an irresistible, quick-to-make meal that’s gluten-free and bursting with flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts (or Thighs) Choose thighs for extra tenderness
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Helps tenderize the chicken
For the Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons Light Soy Sauce Swap with tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing Wine (or Dry Sherry) Optional
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Use low-sodium if desired
  • 1 tablespoon Dark Soy Sauce Enhances color and sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Coarsely Ground Black Pepper This dish’s star flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Add with caution
For Stir-Frying
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Oil (or Vegetable Oil) High smoke point
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Ginger Infuses warmth
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Adds savory base
For the Veggies
  • 1 medium White Onion Adds sweetness
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers (mixed colors) Experiment with other vegetables

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • skillet or wok
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces with light soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and cornstarch. Marinade for 10-15 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together chicken broth, dark soy sauce, corn starch, sugar, black pepper, and salt until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of peanut oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 3-4 minutes until browned.
  4. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil, then minced ginger and garlic. Stir for about 30 seconds. Add the chopped onions and bell peppers, stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour the sauce mixture over the vegetables, stirring until the sauce thickens. Return the seared chicken and toss everything together. Serve over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1300IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prep all ingredients ahead of time for a smooth cooking process. Adjust seasoning as needed and feel free to mix in your favorite vegetables.

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