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Bowl of Black Pepper Chicken Stir Fry served over steamed rice with fresh green onions.

Black Pepper Chicken Stir Fry

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Stovetop
  • Method: Asian-Inspired, Chinese-American
  • Cuisine: Dairy-Free

Description

This Black Pepper Chicken Stir Fry is bold, savory, and ready in minutes—perfect for a quick, flavorful dinner your whole family will love!

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

For the Stir Fry:

  • 1 tablespoon oil (canola, avocado, or sesame)

  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

  • 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced

  • ½ red onion, sliced

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 teaspoon lately cracked black pepper( or to taste)

For the Sauce:

  • ¼ cup soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce

  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce

  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar

  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 soupspoons water( slurry)

Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

  • Toss chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Let it sit while you prep the veggies and sauce.

Step 2: Mix the Sauce

  • In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin, vinegar, sugar, and the cornstarch slurry.

Step 3: Stir Fry It All

  • Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.

  • Add chicken in a single layer and cook until browned and just cooked through. Remove and set aside.

  • In the same pan, add bell peppers, onion, and garlic. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until just tender.

  • Return funk to the visage and pour in the sauce. Stir well to fleece.

  • Sprinkle in the black pepper (add more if you like it extra peppery!) and toss to combine.

  • Cook another 2 minutes until sauce thickens and everything is glossy and hot.

Notes

  • Swap protein: Use shrimp, beef, or tofu instead of chicken.
  • Low-carb option: Serve over cauliflower rice or zoodles.
  • Extra heat: Add chili flakes or a mizzle of chili oil painting.
  • More veggies: Try snow peas, broccoli, or carrots.

Keywords: black pepper chicken, chicken stir fry, healthy takeout recipe, Asian stir fry chicken, spicy chicken dinner, weeknight stir fry, chicken bell pepper stir fry, better than takeout, black pepper sauce, quick chicken recipe

Find it online: https://yummyrecipesemily.com/black-pepper-chicken-stir-fry/