Description
Spicy black pepper chicken with mushrooms delivers a bold Asian-inspired flavor explosion that dances across your palate. Juicy chicken pieces nestled with earthy mushrooms create a perfect balance you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 lbs chicken thighs or breasts
- 8 oz white button mushrooms
- 1/4 cup black pepper
Seasoning and Aromatics:
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
Garnish and Finishing:
- 2 green onions
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Thoroughly pat chicken pieces dry with paper towels to ensure optimal seasoning adherence and better browning potential.
- Generously coat chicken with ground black pepper, creating a robust and intense flavor profile across all surfaces.
- Mince garlic cloves finely to release their aromatic essence and prepare for quick sautéing.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and hot, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Carefully place seasoned chicken into the hot skillet, allowing each piece to develop a golden-brown crust without overcrowding the pan.
- Cook chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- While chicken cooks, slice white button mushrooms into uniform thin pieces to promote even cooking.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside, keeping warm.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced mushrooms until they release moisture and develop a rich, caramelized exterior.
- Add minced garlic to mushrooms, stirring quickly to prevent burning and enhance overall flavor complexity.
- Pour soy sauce into the skillet, creating a savory glaze that coats mushrooms and adds depth to the dish.
- Return chicken to the skillet, gently coating with mushroom sauce and reheating for 2-3 minutes.
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes for a subtle heat that complements the black pepper’s intensity.
- Garnish with thinly sliced green onions and sesame seeds, adding fresh texture and visual appeal.
- Transfer to serving plate and enjoy immediately while the chicken remains hot and juicy.
Notes
- Pat chicken thoroughly to maximize seasoning absorption and create a perfect golden-brown exterior that locks in flavor.
- Choose high-quality ground black pepper for an intense, bold taste that elevates the entire dish’s profile.
- Slice mushrooms uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the meal.
- Adjust heat level with red pepper flakes, making the dish adaptable for spice-loving or mild-preference palates.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 60 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg