Black Pepper Chicken

Black Pepper Chicken is a savory and aromatic dish that features tender chicken pieces stir-fried with a robust black pepper sauce. This low-carb version offers a delightful balance of flavors, making it a healthy yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, sliced
• Black pepper - 2 teaspoons, freshly ground
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons, low sodium
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Green bell pepper - 1, sliced
• Onion - 1 small, sliced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon (optional, for thickening)
• Water - 50 ml

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix the sliced chicken with soy sauce, minced garlic, minced ginger, and black pepper. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
3. Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and green bell pepper. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they are slightly tender.
6. Return the chicken to the skillet, add water, and stir to combine. If using, mix cornstarch with a little water to make a slurry and add it to thicken the sauce.
7. Drizzle sesame oil over the mixture, stir well, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
8. Serve hot and enjoy your Black Pepper Chicken!

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 45 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.05 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which helps build and repair tissues.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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