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Salt & Pepper Chicken

Salt & Pepper Chicken
Finlay Green
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In the mood to order in? Got a spare 20 mins? Give this a try and see if it can take on your local Chinese takeout. With 41g of protein and only 350cal per serving, it's ideal for a Friday night or a midweek meal.

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What is Salt and Pepper Chicken?

Salt and pepper chicken is simple yet delicious and makes for the perfect meal for a night in, plus provides a healthier alternative to takeout. This recipe will satisfy any cravings you may get while giving you a boost in protein intake.

What Chicken Cut is Best for This Recipe?

You can choose any cut of chicken you like – but personally, I recommend chicken breast as they’re easy to cook and best served in small, tasty bitesize chunks.

How Can I Make Salt & Pepper Mix?

Mix salt and pepper together. I’m kidding, contrary to the name, there’s a few bits and pieces that go into the mix. Here’s what you need:

  • Chinese five spice
  • Black pepper
  • Salt
  • Sesame oil

Get it all thrown into a pan and let it mix – be warned however, your kitchen is going to smell like salt and pepper for a few days. I suppose it’s a fair price to pay for such a tasty meal.

Variations and Add-Ins

  • Throw some French fries into the mix – these will pair great with the chicken.
  • Add some new seasonings to give it that slight kick in flavor (garlic powder, chilis, sugar etc.)

Make it Vegan

This classic meal is a must-have no matter the diet. Swap the chicken for some tofu, make sure it’s extra firm to ensure crispiness and you’ve got yourself a vegan-friendly weekly favorite.

Equipment Needed

  • Knife
  • Small bowl for mixing
  • Tablespoon for measuring
  • Teaspoon
  • Wok

Salt and Pepper Chicken Recipe

Salt & Pepper Chicken Recipe

Servings
Serves 2
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Passive Time
10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 320 g mini chicken fillets
  • 1 tsp. Chinese five spice
  • 1 tsp. black pepper
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 tbsp. corn flour
  • 1 tbsp. sesame oil
  • 1 green bell pepper
  • 1 small sweet red bell pepper (or Chili pepper if you like heat)
  • 1 red onion

Instructions

salt and pepper chicken recipe
1.

Chop the chicken into cubes and add to a bowl with spices and corn flour. Mix well.

 

2.

In a pan, add the sesame oil. When it’s hot, add the chicken. Fry for roughly 7 minutes or until cooked through. Be careful not to overcook.

3.

While the chicken is cooking, roughly chop the vegetables. Add them to the pan a few minutes before the chicken is ready to keep them crunchy.

salt and pepper chicken recipe
4.

Once your chicken is cooked and your veggies have a little color, serve and enjoy!

Nutritional info per serving:

Calories350
Total Fat12g
Total Carbohydrates21g
Protein41g

FAQs

Can I freeze salt and pepper chicken?

Yes, you can freeze it as long as it’s sealed in an airtight container

How long can I freeze them for?

Like most chicken-based meals, you can keep this one in the freezer for up to two months maximum.

Can you reheat salt and pepper chicken?

Yeah, you most certainly can. Get the wok back out and cook it on medium-high heat, ensure that the chicken is piping hot and it’s ready to enjoy.

Does this dish contain gluten?

Most salt and pepper chicken dishes do contain gluten, i.e. adding soy sauce. However, the ingredients included in our recipe are completely gluten-free.

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Raised from a small town, Finlay always wanted to work with computers and was willing to expand his knowledge anywhere he possibly could. When Finlay was introduced to digital marketing and content writing from a family friend he was immediately hooked and wanted to have a successful career in this industry. Finlay started to write blogs for their website in his own time which were mainly easy yet detailed explanations of digital marketing for beginners. During a difficult time in his life, Finlay developed a passion for the gym and body building and wanting to become the best he could possibly be physically. Finlay's incredibly excited having the opportunity to combine his passion for fitness with content writing. In his spare time aside from the gym, Finlay loves to read Japanese manga, binge series' and game.
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