Description
This Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms recipe is a quick and comforting stir-fry dish packed with tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and the bold flavors of black pepper and soy sauce. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner that combines savory and spicy notes in a simple pan-cooked meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Oils
- 2 tablespoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté aromatics: Add the minced garlic and sliced onion to the pan and sauté them until fragrant and softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Cook chicken: Add the sliced chicken breast to the pan and cook until the pieces are browned and nearly cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add mushrooms: Incorporate the sliced mushrooms into the pan and continue cooking until the mushrooms are tender and release their moisture, about 4-5 minutes.
- Season: Stir in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 2 tablespoons of black pepper evenly, mixing well to coat all the ingredients.
- Adjust salt: Add salt to taste according to preference, stirring gently to combine.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the black pepper chicken with mushrooms hot, perfect over steamed rice or alongside vegetables.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase black pepper or add a pinch of chili flakes.
- Use fresh mushrooms like button, cremini, or shiitake for best flavor and texture.
- Chicken thighs can be substituted for chicken breast for a juicier result.
- Serve with steamed rice or noodles to make it a complete meal.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the pan when cooking chicken to achieve a nice browning.
