Get ready to dive into the savory world of Chinese stir-fry with this mouth-watering Chicken in Black Bean Sauce recipe!

This dish is a game-changer, packed with loads of garlic, bell peppers, and bean sprouts that will leave you craving for more. And the best part? It’s ridiculously easy to make at home!

First, let’s start with the marinade. In a bowl, mix together 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, 1 tablespoon of water, 1 1/2 teaspoons of light soy sauce, 1 ½ teaspoons of white sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Add in 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, sliced, and toss to combine. Set aside to marinate for 20 minutes.

While the chicken is marinating, bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Add in 1 cup of bean sprouts and cook just until blanched, about 30 seconds. Drain and set aside.

In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup of water, 2 teaspoons of oyster sauce, and 1 teaspoon of white sugar. Set aside.

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat. Add in 3 tablespoons&hvadid=719737736360&hvdev=c&hvexpln=67&hvlocphy=9014016&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=4304362975742278753–&hvqmt=e&hvrand=4304362975742278753&hvtargid=kwd-332465824708&hydadcr=28544_14555830&linkCode=ll2&tag=recipe-aisle-20&linkId=1efe785d11207b6cec7af25b776bd528&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl’>tablespoons of black bean sauce with garlic and 1 tablespoon of chopped garlic. Cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add in 1 onion, finely sliced, and cook until soft, 3 to 4 minutes. Then, add in the marinated chicken and cook until cooked through and no longer pink in the middle, about 4 to 5 minutes.

Stir in the oyster sauce mixture and cook until heated through. Cover and simmer until the flavors blend, about 1 or 2 minutes.

Add in ½ green bell pepper, chopped, and cover and cook until softened, 1 to 2 minutes more.

In a small bowl, dissolve 2 teaspoons of cornstarch in 1 tablespoon of water. Stir in the bean sprouts and cornstarch mixture, and cook until the sauce is thickened, 2 to 3 minutes more.

And that’s it! Your Chicken in Black Bean Sauce is ready to devour. Use any color of bell pepper you prefer for this dish, and get ready to indulge in a flavorful and savory Chinese stir-fry that will leave you wanting more!