This quick and flavorful Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms is a delightful dinner option!

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Easy Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms Recipe

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This quick and flavorful Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms is a delightful dinner option!

• Author: Chef Lora

Ingredients

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• 2boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced thin
• 1 tablespooncornstarch
• 1 teaspoonsalt
• 1/2 teaspoonfreshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoonsvegetable oil
• 1onion, chopped
• 2 cupssliced mushrooms
• 3cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoonssoy sauce
• 1 tablespoonoyster sauce
• 1 teaspoonsesame oil
• 1/4 cupwater or chicken broth

Instructions

1. Begin by prepping the chicken. In a medium-sized bowl, toss the thinly sliced chicken breasts with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. This coating will improve the flavor and give the chicken a crispy texture.
2. Next, heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chicken and sauté for about 5 to 7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
3. Add chopped onion and sliced mushrooms to the skillet and stir-fry for 3 to 5 minutes. Then, add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
4. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and water to the skillet. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
5. Return the seared chicken to the skillet and toss everything together. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until heated through.

Notes

This dish can be doubled or halved and is perfect for families or meal prep.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420 kcal
• Protein: 36 g