Black Pepper Chicken
- Chef John Politte
- Jun 21, 2021
- 1 min read
Updated: Oct 12

Black pepper chicken is a popular savory dish celebrated for its bold flavors and aromatic profile. It typically features tender pieces of chicken that are marinated and stir-fried with a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper, which imparts a distinct, spicy warmth. The dish is commonly found in Chinese cuisine but has been embraced by various culinary traditions around the world.
Black Pepper Chicken
Ingredients
· 1-pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
· 1 green pepper diced
· 1 yellow onion diced
· 3 celery stalks diced
· 2 Tablespoons cornstarch
· 1 Tablespoon black pepper
· ½ Tablespoon onion powder
· 1 Tablespoon garlic powder
· ½ Tablespoon diced ginger
· ½ cup vegetable oil
For the sauce
· ½ cup chicken broth
· ¼ cup oyster sauce
· ¼ cup rice vinegar
· ½ Tablespoon minced garlic
· 1 Tablespoon black pepper
· 1 Tablespoon chili powder
· ½ tablespoon minced ginger
Method
Cut chicken into 1-inch cubes
Place chicken in a bowl and toss well in the cornstarch and pepper
Heat oil in a skillet and cook the chicken quickly, ensuring the pan is not overcrowded.
Add the garlic, ginger, onion powder, and garlic to the chicken and stir well.
Add the celery and cook for 2 minutes. Then, add the peppers and onions, and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Add the sauce to the pan, bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the mixture to thicken.
Serve with rice. Serves six