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Easy Black Pepper Chicken

Easy Black Pepper Chicken
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Easy Black Pepper Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken pieces tossed in aromatic cracked black pepper and savory soy sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or anytime you want a bold, spicy meal with minimal effort and ingredients.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 400g boneless chicken breast or thigh, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tbsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Optional: 1 tsp chili flakes for extra heat

Garnish

  • Chopped spring onions or cilantro

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Slice your chicken into bite-sized pieces, mince the garlic, and thinly slice the onion. Freshly crack your black pepper for the best flavor punch.
  2. Heat the Pan and Add Oil: Warm a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering, which helps achieve a nice sear on the chicken.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Place the chicken pieces carefully into the hot pan, cooking them until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes, flipping halfway. Proper browning locks in juices and adds flavor.
  4. Add Aromatics: Push the chicken to one side and add minced garlic and sliced onions to the pan. Stir and cook just until fragrant and slightly softened, about 2 minutes.
  5. Season with Black Pepper and Soy Sauce: Sprinkle a generous amount of cracked black pepper evenly over the chicken and aromatics. Drizzle in soy sauce and toss everything together to combine and coat the chicken evenly.
  6. Final Toss and Serve: Let everything cook together for another 1–2 minutes so the flavors meld beautifully. Taste and adjust pepper or soy sauce if needed. Garnish with chopped spring onions or cilantro, then serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use fresh black pepper: Grinding your own peppercorns provides a sharper and more vibrant flavor than pre-ground options.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan: Cook the chicken in batches if needed to get a nice sear and avoid steaming.
  • Marinate briefly: Toss chicken with pepper and soy sauce 10–15 minutes before cooking to boost flavor.
  • Add veggies last: If using additional vegetables, add them after the chicken is mostly cooked to keep them crisp.
  • Balance flavors: If the dish tastes too salty, a squeeze of fresh lime juice or a pinch of sugar can brighten things up.

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