Description
Savory Black Pepper Chicken is a quick weeknight delight that transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal. Marinated in a bold black pepper sauce, this dish features tender chicken with a crispy exterior, perfect for busy evenings or special occasions. With its mouthwatering aroma and vibrant presentation, it promises to be a hit at your dinner table. Serve it up with steamed rice or fresh veggies for a complete and satisfying meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop garlic finely.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, minced garlic, brown sugar, and black pepper. Add chicken breasts to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for about 6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken from skillet and pour in remaining marinade. Let it bubble for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it well with the sauce. Simmer for an additional minute.
- Serve on plates with drizzled sauce and your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 80mg