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Healthy Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms

Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms

Arif
This dish tastes bold and cozy. It cooks fast. Dinner feels easy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 3 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Course Stove-top
Cuisine American, Asian-inspired
Servings 4
Calories 385 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ lbs chicken thighs or breasts – juicy protein base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil – cooking fat
  • 8 oz baby bella mushrooms sliced – savory flavor booster
  • 3 cloves garlic minced – bold aroma
  • ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce or tamari – salty depth
  • ½ cup chicken broth – smooth sauce base
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar – balances heat
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch – thickens sauce
  • 2 teaspoons fresh cracked black pepper – signature heat
  • 2 green onions sliced – fresh finish

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in skillet. Brown chicken. Remove and set aside.
  • Add mushrooms to the pan and cook until soft.
  • Stir in garlic.
  • Whisk soy sauce, broth, honey, cornstarch, and black pepper.
  • Return chicken to skillet. Pour in sauce. Simmer until thick.
  • Garnish with green onions and serve.

Notes

Use fresh cracked pepper for best flavor.
Add chili oil for more heat.
Serve with rice or noodles.

Nutritional Facts (per serving)

Calories: 385
Protein: 34g
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 2g
Sodium: 620mg