Description
Black pepper chicken is a tantalizing dish that marries tender, juicy chicken with the bold kick of freshly cracked black pepper and aromatic spices. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, promising a delightful culinary experience. Serve it over steamed rice or toss it with noodles for a satisfying meal that’s sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons freshly cracked black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and sear in the hot skillet for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Sprinkle freshly cracked black pepper generously over the chicken as it cooks.
- Pour in remaining marinade after removing chicken; simmer for about 2 minutes until thickened.
- Plate the chicken and garnish with green onions if desired. Serve with steamed rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg