Savory Black Pepper Chicken Stir-Fry (Printer-Friendly Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
02 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
03 - 1 teaspoon salt
04 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
05 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
06 - 1 onion, chopped
07 - 2 cups sliced mushrooms
08 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ For the Sauce

09 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
10 - 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
11 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
12 - ¼ cup water
13 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
14 - Green onions for garnish (optional)

# Let's Cook!:

01 - Slice chicken breasts into thin strips. Toss with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside
03 - Add the remaining vegetable oil to the skillet. Cook the onion and mushrooms until softened, about 5 minutes
04 - Add garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and water. Stir and simmer until the sauce thickens slightly
05 - Return the chicken to the skillet. Stir to combine and heat through
06 - Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste. Garnish with green onions, if desired. Serve hot with rice or noodles

# Cook's Notes:

01 - Substitute chicken breasts with boneless thighs for a juicier option
02 - Use tamari for a gluten-free version
03 - Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for extra crunch
04 - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months