Black Pepper Chicken – Irresistible and Healthy Stir-Fry Recipe
Satisfy your cravings with this vibrant Black Pepper Chicken stir-fry. Juicy chicken breast seared to perfection is enveloped in a rich, peppery sauce and mixed with fresh bell peppers and broccoli for a nutritious meal that’s ready in just 30 minutes. This dish is not only delicious but also an ideal option for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts into thin strips and season with salt and black pepper.
- Chop bell peppers into bite-sized pieces and separate broccoli florets. Mince garlic and slice green onions.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and additional black pepper to make the sauce.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips in batches and cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Combine vegetables with cooked chicken in the skillet. Pour sauce over the mix and stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until veggies are tender yet crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg