Stir-Fried Chicken with White Pepper and Garlic Dusting
A savory stir-fry featuring tender chicken pieces layered with aromatic garlic and a subtle white pepper dusting for depth. This chinese-inspired stir fry ready in about 20 minutes pairs minced garlic cloves, vegetable oil, white pepper powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz, sliced into 1/2-inch strips chicken breast
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp white pepper powder
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 stalks, sliced diagonally green onions
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Toss 12 oz sliced chicken breast in 1 tsp cornstarch and 1/2 tsp salt to lightly coat.
- Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add the chicken to the wok and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until the chicken turns opaque and edges start to brown.
- Step 4: Pour in 2 tbsp soy sauce and sprinkle 1 tsp white pepper powder evenly over the chicken. Stir continuously for 1 minute until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Chicken with White Pepper and Garlic Dusting take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Stir-Fried Chicken with White Pepper and Garlic Dusting?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep minced garlic cloves from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Chicken with White Pepper and Garlic Dusting?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Stir-Fried Chicken with White Pepper and Garlic Dusting for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Stir-Fried Chicken with White Pepper and Garlic Dusting?
Chinese stir fry like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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