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Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms

Savory Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms in Minutes

Discover the quick and delicious Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms, combining tender chicken and earthy mushrooms with freshly cracked black pepper.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Vegetables
  • 1 lb Chicken Feel free to use chicken thighs for juiciness.
  • 8 oz Mushrooms Shiitake or cremini are best.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white onion.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
For the Flavor Base
  • 1 tbsp Black Pepper Freshly ground.
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce Tamari for gluten-free.
  • 2 tbsp Cooking Oil Olive or vegetable oil.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the chicken by cutting into bite-sized pieces and seasoning with salt and black pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet, heat cooking oil and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the skillet, cooking for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  4. Incorporate the sliced mushrooms and soy sauce, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until mushrooms are tender.
  5. Sprinkle with additional black pepper, stir well, and cook for an additional minute.
  6. Remove from heat and serve with your choice of sides, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For enhanced flavor, marinate chicken in spices for 30 minutes. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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