Black Pepper Chicken: 7 Secrets to the Perfect Spice Blend!
This Black Pepper Chicken recipe uses a perfect spice blend to deliver a savory and slightly spicy flavor. Tender chicken pieces are cooked to perfection in a rich sauce that's sure to impress.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb Boneless, skinless chicken thighs Cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce Low sodium
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 2 tsp Ground black pepper Freshly cracked
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Ginger powder
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 1 medium Onion Chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced
- 0.25 cup Chicken broth
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a bowl, combine chicken with soy sauce, honey, black pepper, garlic powder, and ginger powder. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook until the sauce has slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Serve hot with rice or noodles. Garnish with green onions if desired.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.