Black Pepper Chicken

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• 2 tbsp cornstarch

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced

• 1 green bell pepper, sliced

• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced

• 1 large carrot, sliced

• 1 broccoli crown, cut into florets

• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tsp ground black pepper

• 2 tbsp oyster sauce

• 1/4 cup chicken broth

• 2 green onions, chopped

• Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with soy sauce, a pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.

2. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the remaining cornstarch with chicken broth until smooth. Set aside.

3. Sear the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

4. Cook the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed. Add the garlic, red, green, and yellow bell peppers, carrot, and broccoli. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

5. Combine and Season: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the ground black pepper, oyster sauce, and the chicken broth mixture. Stir well to coat everything evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce has thickened.

6. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions.

7. Serve immediately over cooked rice.