One-Pot Black Pepper Chicken Recipe 

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One-Pot Black Pepper Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. This recipe combines tender chicken with colorful bell peppers and a savory black pepper sauce, all cooked in one pot for minimal cleanup. 

Ingredients 

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed 
  • Salt, to taste 
  • Pepper, to taste 
  • 1 red bell pepper, julienned 
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, julienned 
  • 1 yellow onion, sliced 
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil, divided 
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced 
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced 
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce 
  • 1 1/2 tbsp rice vinegar 
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch 
  • 1 tbsp coconut sugar 
  • 1 tbsp honey 
  • 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper 
  • 1 tsp crushed red chili pepper flakes 
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds, for garnish 
  • 1 tbsp green onion, for garnish 

Instructions 

Prepare the Ingredients 

  • Cube Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes. Season with salt and pepper. 
  • Julienne Bell Peppers: Julienne the red and yellow bell peppers. 
  • Slice Onion: Slice the yellow onion. 
  • Mince Garlic and Ginger: Mince the garlic cloves and fresh ginger. 

Cook the Chicken 

  • Heat Sesame Oil: In a large pot or skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium-high heat. 
  • Cook Chicken: Add the cubed chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.  

Sauté the Vegetables 

  • Add Remaining Oil: In the same pot, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. 
  • Sauté Vegetables: Add the sliced onion, red bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 4-5 minutes. 
  • Add Garlic and Ginger: Add the minced garlic and ginger, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant. 

Prepare the Sauce 

  • Mix Sauce Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, coconut sugar, honey, freshly ground black pepper, and crushed red chili pepper flakes.  

Combine and Cook 

  • Return Chicken: Return the cooked chicken to the pot with the sautéed vegetables. 
  • Add Sauce: Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables evenly. 

Garnish and Serve 

  • Add Garnishes: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish. 
  • Serve: Serve the black pepper chicken hot, over rice or noodles if desired. 

Conclusion 

One-Pot Black Pepper Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and a savory black pepper sauce. This recipe is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal with minimal cleanup. Enjoy this flavorful dish with your favorite sides for a complete dinner that’s sure to impress!