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Close-up of juicy black pepper chicken pieces in a glossy stir-fry sauce.

Black Pepper Chicken Panda Express With Ingredients

Black pepper chicken Panda Express is a bold and flavorful dish that brings the perfect balance of spicy, savory, and slightly sweet flavors.

This quick, easy, and tasty copycat version is ideal for satisfying your takeout cravings at home with minimal effort!

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp black pepper (freshly cracked)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp grated ginger
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil (for garnish)
  • Green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Toss in the sliced red and green bell peppers, onion, and cook for about 3-4 minutes, until they begin to soften.
  3. Add the garlic and ginger to the vegetables and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and black pepper. Pour this mixture into the skillet with the vegetables and bring it to a simmer.
  5. If you prefer a thicker sauce, dissolve the cornstarch in a little bit of cold water and add it to the pan. Stir until the sauce thickens.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss everything together until evenly coated in the sauce. Cook for another 2 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
  7. Drizzle sesame oil over the chicken and sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.
  8. Serve your black pepper chicken with steamed rice or noodles, and enjoy!
  • Author: Emilya

Keywords: Pepper Chicken Panda Express