One-Pot Black Pepper Chicken
One-Pot Black Pepper Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with a vibrant mix of peppers and a zesty black pepper sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this one-pot wonder promises an explosion of savory goodness that will impress family and friends alike. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, it’s destined to become a favorite in your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), diced
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by dicing the chicken and chopping the vegetables.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken until golden brown on all sides.
- Add minced garlic and diced onion; sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the bell peppers and cook until they soften slightly.
- Mix soy sauce, chicken broth, and cornstarch in a bowl; pour over the chicken and veggies. Stir to combine.
- Cover and let simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For added spice, increase the amount of black pepper to taste. - Swap chicken breasts for thighs for a richer flavor. - This dish pairs well with steamed rice or quinoa.