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Black Pepper Chicken Mushrooms

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Black Pepper Chicken Mushrooms is a quick and flavorful stir-fry dish that features juicy chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a bold, peppery sauce. It’s a satisfying meal perfect for weeknights, packed with umami and ready in under 30 minutes.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 3 to 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups fresh mushrooms (button, cremini, or shiitake), sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 onion, sliced (optional)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp dark soy sauce
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper (freshly cracked preferred)
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water or chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp oil for cooking
  • Optional: sliced green onions, bell peppers, or pinch of sugar

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix sliced chicken with 1 tbsp soy sauce, cornstarch, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Let marinate for 10–15 minutes.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook until browned and nearly cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add remaining oil and sauté garlic, onions (if using), and mushrooms until mushrooms are soft and browned.
  4. Return chicken to the pan. Add remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, and water or broth.
  5. Add remaining black pepper and stir everything well. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the chicken and mushrooms.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add a pinch of sugar or more pepper if desired. Garnish with green onions before serving.
  7. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
  • To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free soy and oyster sauces.
  • Add bell peppers or snow peas for more color and crunch.
  • For extra heat, include sliced chili or a dash of chili oil.
  • Great with rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.

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