A bold and savory stir-fry featuring tender chicken, mushrooms, and a black pepper sauce. Quick, satisfying, and perfect over rice.
1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, thinly sliced
2 cups sliced mushrooms (cremini, button, or shiitake)
1 small onion, sliced
1 bell pepper, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tbsp soy sauce (for marinade)
1/2 tsp cornstarch (for marinade)
1 tbsp vegetable oil (plus more as needed)
Sauce:
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp rice vinegar or Shaoxing wine
1/2 tsp sugar
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper (adjust to taste)
1/4 cup water
1/2 tsp cornstarch
Marinate chicken with 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 tsp cornstarch, and a pinch of pepper. Let sit for 10–15 minutes.
Whisk together sauce ingredients in a bowl.
Heat oil in a wok or skillet. Sear chicken for 3–4 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
Stir-fry mushrooms until browned. Add onion, bell pepper, garlic, and ginger. Cook 3–4 minutes.
Return chicken to pan. Pour in sauce and stir to coat. Simmer 2–3 minutes until thickened.
Serve hot over rice, noodles, or with steamed veggies.