Description
This Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms recipe combines tender, juicy chicken thighs with earthy mushrooms and a savory, peppery sauce. Perfect for a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner, this Asian-inspired stir-fry is packed with bold flavors and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes. Served best with steamed rice or noodles, it’s a satisfying main course that balances protein and vegetables with a rich black pepper kick.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
Vegetables
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
Sauces and Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Other Ingredients
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are lightly browned and cooked through, about 5 to 6 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté aromatics and vegetables: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sliced onion. Sauté until fragrant and softened, which should take a few minutes. Then add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they become tender, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add sauces and seasonings: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, freshly cracked black pepper, sugar, and salt to mix all the flavors evenly.
- Simmer with broth: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to start cooking down.
- Thicken the sauce: Add the cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water) to the skillet. Cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and mushrooms nicely.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle the chopped green onions over the dish. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- For added heat, incorporate a pinch of red chili flakes or fresh sliced chili while cooking.
- Chicken breasts can be used as a substitute, but thighs provide a juicier and more flavorful result.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
