Description
Savory Black Pepper Chicken is the perfect weeknight meal that brings a delightful blend of spicy and savory flavors to your table. This dish features tender chicken in a rich sauce that fills your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas, making it an instant family favorite. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, it pairs beautifully with rice, noodles, or veggies. Whether you’re cooking for your family or entertaining friends, this comforting dish promises satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather and chop all ingredients.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in soy sauce and honey; scrape the bottom of the pan to incorporate browned bits.
- Return chicken to the skillet and coat with sauce. Sprinkle with cracked black pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg