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Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms


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  • Author: Maya Thornwell
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings

Description

A bold and savory one-pan stir-fry with sliced chicken, mushrooms, and peppers in a peppery soy-based sauce—perfect over rice or noodles for a quick weeknight meal.


Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For the Vegetables:

  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 1 bell pepper (red or green), sliced
  • 8 oz mushrooms (shiitake or button), sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

For the Sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided


Instructions

  1. Toss sliced chicken with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
  2. Mix sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
  3. Heat 1 tbsp oil in skillet. Cook chicken until browned. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add remaining oil. Sauté onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms for 5–6 minutes. Add garlic.
  5. Return chicken to the pan. Pour in sauce. Simmer for 2 minutes to coat and thicken.
  6. Garnish with green onions. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use freshly ground black pepper for the best flavor.
  • Swap chicken for tofu, shrimp, or beef for variety.
  • Serve with jasmine rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes