Description
Velvety chicken steak is paired with bell peppers and onions in a rich black pepper sauce. This Chinese-American classic delivers restaurant-quality flavor in under 20 minutes with just pantry staples.
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breast (sliced 1/4″ thick)
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 egg white
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp black pepper
1 onion (sliced)
1 red bell pepper (sliced)
1 green bell pepper (sliced)
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 clove garlic (minced)
1 tsp sugar
Instructions
Whisk cornstarch, egg white, and 1 tsp soy sauce in bowl. Add chicken and toss to coat
Heat wok over high heat. Add oil and swirl to coat
Cook chicken 1.5-2 minutes per side until opaque. Remove and set aside
Add garlic to wok, sauté 30 seconds
Add bell peppers and onion, stir fry 2 minutes
Return chicken to wok. Add soy sauce, black pepper, sugar, and remaining cornstarch. Stir until sauce thickens
Serve immediately or refrigerate to deepen flavors
Notes
For extra richness, add 1 tbsp oyster sauce
Substitute chicken with tofu or beef tenderloin
Let refrigerated leftovers rest 30 minutes for superior flavor
Use crushed garlic for stronger aroma
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 5
- Category: Meals
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese-American