Description
Black pepper chicken is a delightful dish featuring tender chicken coated in a rich, savory black pepper sauce. This recipe harmoniously blends the warmth of freshly cracked black pepper with the sweetness of honey and umami from soy sauce, creating a flavor-packed meal perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Serve it over rice or noodles, and watch as everyone goes back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add soy sauce and honey, stirring well.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it with the sauce. Simmer for an additional minute to meld flavors.
- Serve immediately, drizzling any remaining sauce over the top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce, garlic, and black pepper for at least 30 minutes before cooking. To add some spice, include chili flakes or swap soy sauce for teriyaki. Incorporate colorful vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli to create a complete meal.