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Easy Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms

Easy Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms

Tender chicken and golden mushrooms simmer in a punchy black pepper sauce. A quick, saucy stir-fry that’s weeknight easy.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.25 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
  • 1.5 tbsp cornstarch divide use
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil such as canola or avocado
  • 12 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 0.5 cup yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
  • 0.33 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tsp light brown sugar
  • 1.5 tsp coarsely ground black pepper plus more to taste
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 0.25 tsp kosher salt adjust to taste
  • 0.5 cup sliced green onions

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Whisk soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, black pepper, broth, and sesame oil in a bowl.
  • Stir 0.5 tbsp cornstarch into the sauce until smooth; set aside.
  • Toss sliced chicken with 1 tbsp cornstarch and a small pinch of salt to lightly coat.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken in two batches until lightly browned, 3–4 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add mushrooms and onion to the skillet. Cook, stirring, until mushrooms are golden and onions soften, 4–5 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Return chicken and any juices. Pour in the pepper sauce and simmer, stirring, until glossy and thickened, 1–2 minutes.
  • Fold in green onions. Taste and add more black pepper or salt if needed. Serve hot over rice.

Notes

Variation: Swap chicken thighs for extra juiciness, or add sliced bell peppers for color. For a spicier kick, finish with a pinch of crushed red pepper. Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 3 days; reheat gently with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.