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Chinese Pepper Chicken

A vibrant dish bursting with flavor, featuring tender chicken, crisp bell peppers, and a savory sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast, sliced Use high-quality chicken for the best texture.
  • 2 pieces bell peppers (any color), sliced Mix and match colors for a visually appealing dish.
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, minced
Sauces and Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce Substitute with a mixture of soy sauce and sugar if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Cooking Essentials
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Make sure your pan or wok is heated well before use.
  • to taste salt and pepper

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the sliced chicken and stir-fry until no longer pink, about 4-5 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until aromatic.
  4. Toss in the sliced onions and bell peppers, stir-frying until tender yet crisp, roughly 3-4 minutes.
  5. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch. Pour this mixture over the stir-fried chicken and veggies.
  6. Toss everything together and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot with rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Notes

Can be served with steamed rice or noodles, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator.