chicken fillets with black pepper

How to Make Perfect Black Pepper Chicken Strips

Black pepper chicken strips, a beloved stir-fry dish, offer a perfect blend of tender chicken, crisp veggies, and a spicy, aromatic sauce. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to recreate it at home.

Ingredients:

- 300g boneless chicken breast, sliced into thin strips

- 2 tbsp soy sauce

- 1 tbsp cornstarch

- 1 tsp black pepper (freshly ground for best flavor)

- 1 bell pepper, sliced

- 1 onion, julienned

- 3 cloves garlic, minced

- 2 tbsp vegetable oil

- 1 tbsp oyster sauce

- 1 tsp sugar

- Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix chicken strips with soy sauce, cornstarch, and half the black pepper. Let it sit for 15 minutes to tenderize.

2. Stir-fry the veggies: Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Add garlic, onion, and bell pepper; stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender. Remove and set aside.

3. Cook the chicken: In the same wok, add a little more oil if needed. Fry the chicken strips for 3-4 minutes until golden and cooked through. Return veggies to the wok.

4. Season and finish: Drizzle in oyster sauce and sugar, sprinkle the remaining black pepper, and toss everything together. Add salt to taste. Stir-fry for 1 more minute.

Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying meal. Adjust black pepper to your preferred spice level!