Description
This Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a weeknight dinner, featuring tender chicken breasts cooked with aromatic black pepper and savory mushrooms, enhanced with a rich sauce made from chicken broth, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- Salt, to taste
Sauce & Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper (or to taste)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Vegetables
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced (any variety, like cremini or button)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season lightly with salt to enhance the flavor before cooking.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the mushrooms and garlic: In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms and minced garlic. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the mushrooms are tender and the garlic is fragrant.
- Add seasoning and broth: Sprinkle freshly ground black pepper over the mushrooms and garlic. Pour in the chicken broth, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce, stirring to combine.
- Thicken the sauce (optional): If a thicker sauce is desired, mix the teaspoon of cornstarch with a small amount of cold water to create a slurry, then stir it into the skillet. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Combine chicken with sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, coating them with the sauce. Allow the dish to simmer for another 2-3 minutes to blend flavors and heat through.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the dish for a pop of color and fresh flavor. Serve hot with your choice of sides.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of black pepper to your taste.
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier outcome.
- The cornstarch is optional but helps create a thicker, more luxurious sauce.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad.
- Make sure not to overcook the chicken to keep it tender and juicy.
