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Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms

Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms
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A bold and flavorful Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms dish featuring tender chicken thighs, savory mushrooms, freshly cracked black pepper, and aromatic garlic and ginger. Quick to prepare and perfect for weekday dinners, this recipe balances rich umami and spicy warmth in a comforting, restaurant-quality meal.

Ingredients

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Protein and Vegetables

  • 500g boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 200g fresh mushrooms (button or cremini), cleaned and sliced
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Seasonings and Aromatics

  • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns, freshly cracked and toasted
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons chili flakes (optional)

Sauce and Oils

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken and Mushrooms: Cut the boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Clean and slice the mushrooms evenly. Pat both chicken and mushrooms dry to ensure a better sear.
  2. Toast the Black Pepper: Lightly toast the freshly cracked black peppercorns in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant to intensify their aroma and flavor.
  3. Sear the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and sear until golden brown on all sides and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  4. Cook the Mushrooms and Aromatics: In the same skillet, add more oil if needed. Sauté the minced garlic and ginger just until fragrant, then add the mushrooms. Cook until mushrooms release their moisture and begin to brown, enhancing their depth of flavor.
  5. Combine and Finish Cooking: Return the seared chicken to the skillet with the mushrooms. Add soy sauce, toasted black pepper, and optional chili flakes. Stir well to coat everything evenly and let the sauce reduce slightly to concentrate the flavors.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Turn off the heat and sprinkle chopped green onions over the dish. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Always use freshly cracked black peppercorns for maximum flavor compared to pre-ground pepper.
  • Cook chicken in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding and ensure a nice sear instead of steaming.
  • Allow mushrooms to cook long enough to release and evaporate their liquid for better texture and flavor absorption.
  • Taste before serving and adjust soy sauce carefully to avoid overpowering the dish with saltiness.
  • Let cooked chicken rest a couple of minutes before mixing with the sauce for juicier pieces.

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Keywords: Black Pepper Chicken, Mushrooms, quick dinner, spicy chicken, Asian chicken recipe, weekday meal, umami, comfort food

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