Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms Recipe
A flavorful and easy-to-make Black Pepper Chicken Mushrooms recipe featuring tender chicken strips sautéed with mushrooms, onions, and a savory black pepper sauce. Perfectly balanced with soy and oyster sauces, this dish delivers a satisfying umami punch ideal for serving over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2-3 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Vegetables & Sauces
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cups sliced white or cremini mushrooms
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 cup water
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Sliced green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: In a bowl, toss the sliced chicken strips with cornstarch, kosher salt, and black pepper until each piece is evenly coated. This helps create a nice texture and locks in flavor.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the same skillet. Toss in the chopped onion and sliced mushrooms, cooking for about 5 minutes while stirring occasionally until they’re tender and lightly browned.
- Build the Sauce: Stir in the minced garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and water. Mix everything together well and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Thicken and Combine: Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and mix everything together so the sauce coats all the ingredients evenly.
- Season and Serve: Taste and add more freshly ground black pepper as desired. Garnish with sliced green onions if you like, and serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add crushed red pepper flakes while cooking the vegetables.
- You can substitute chicken breasts with boneless chicken thighs for a juicier result.
- Use low sodium soy sauce to reduce the salt content if preferred.
- Serve over steamed jasmine rice or your choice of noodles for a complete meal.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the skillet when cooking chicken to ensure even browning.
Keywords: Black Pepper Chicken, Mushroom Chicken Stir Fry, Easy Chicken Dinner, Asian Chicken Recipe, Quick Chicken Stir Fry
