Description
Savory black pepper chicken is a quick and flavorful dish that transforms your weeknight meals into gourmet experiences. With tender chicken marinated in a zesty blend of spices and ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe will impress your family and friends alike. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it an irresistible choice for any occasion. Serve it over rice or noodles, and watch as everyone asks for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 pieces)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp black pepper, freshly cracked
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, minced garlic, and black pepper.
- Toss the chicken pieces in the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated; let sit for 10 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the marinated chicken in a single layer; cook for about 5-7 minutes without stirring until golden brown. Flip to crisp the other side.
- Once cooked through (internal temperature should be 165°F), sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 130mg