Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced into strips
- 8 oz (225g) fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water (for thickening)
- Green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Start by slicing the chicken into thin strips; this allows for quick cooking and tender results. Clean and slice the mushrooms, set aside. Mince garlic and slice onions to prepare for sautéing.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil if needed. Add minced garlic and sliced onions, sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until tender, approximately 5 minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with mushrooms. Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and sesame oil. Sprinkle generously with freshly ground black pepper. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
- If desired, add the cornstarch mixed with water to thicken the sauce. Cook until the sauce has thickened slightly. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot over steamed rice or your preferred side.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts for a leaner option, but be careful not to overcook.
- Replace mushrooms with other vegetables like snap peas, bell peppers, or zucchini for variation.
- Adjust the amount of black pepper according to your spice preference.
- For a thicker sauce, add more cornstarch mixture and cook briefly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free soy sauce)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg