PowerPacked Black Pepper Mushroom Chicken StirFry Recipe
Author:admin
Total Time:32 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Black Pepper Mushroom quick flavorful protein boost with soy garlic and veggies weeknightfriendly restaurantworthy result in minutes
Ingredients
Scale
450 g boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
2 cups mushrooms (cremini or white button), sliced
1 medium onion, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger (optional)
2–3 tablespoons neutral oil (vegetable or canola) for cooking
2–3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari (gluten-free)
1 tablespoon oyster sauce or hoisin (optional for depth)
1–2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon sesame oil (for finish)
1/4 cup chicken broth or water (to loosen and glaze)
1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (slurry)
Salt, to taste
Optional: sliced bell peppers, snow peas, and chopped scallions for garnish
Cooked rice or noodles to serve
Instructions
Prep everything before you heat the pan: slice the chicken, mushrooms, onion, and gear up garlic and ginger. A quick mise en place keeps the stir-fry fast and shiny.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster/hoisin (if using), black pepper, broth, and the cornstarch slurry. Set aside to let the flavors mingle while you cook.
Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil. When it shimmers, add the chicken in a single layer. Sear for 2–3 minutes until golden and just cooked through. Remove to a plate and keep warm.
Return the pan to high heat, add the remaining oil if needed, then toss in the onion, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry until fragrant and the onion becomes glassy, about 1–2 minutes.
Add the mushrooms (and any bell peppers or snow peas). Sauté until they brown lightly and release their juices, about 4–5 minutes. Adjust heat as needed to avoid sizzling too hard or burning.
Return the chicken to the pan, pour in the prepared sauce, and toss to coat. Cook about 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens and glossy coats the chicken. Finish with a drizzle of sesame oil and a quick scatter of scallions if using. Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
Weeknight-friendly Black Pepper Mushroom Chicken Stir-Fry featuring sliced chicken, mushrooms, garlic and ginger in a glossy peppery sauce, served over rice or noodles.
