This stir-fry features tender chicken and earthy mushrooms tossed in a bold black pepper sauce. It’s fast, flavorful, and perfect for any weeknight.
1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, sliced
8 oz cremini or shiitake mushrooms, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
1 tbsp light soy sauce (for marinating)
1 tsp cornstarch
2 tbsp light soy sauce (for sauce)
1 tbsp dark soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp water
1 tsp sugar
½–1 tsp coarse black pepper
1–2 tbsp cooking oil
1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
Combine sliced chicken with 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp cornstarch. Set aside to marinate.
Mix sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
Heat oil in a pan over high heat. Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, cook mushrooms until browned. Add garlic and ginger and sauté briefly.
Return the chicken to the pan and add the sauce. Stir-fry until coated and heated through.
Finish with sesame oil and additional black pepper if desired.