Here’s a Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms recipe that’s flavorful, easy, and WW-friendly! I’ve also included the SmartPoints for each ingredient and the final dish.
Ingredients (Serves 4):
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced (about 1 lb) – 5 SmartPoints
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch – 1 SmartPoint
- 1 teaspoon salt – 0 SmartPoints
- ½ teaspoon black pepper – 0 SmartPoints
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil – 6 SmartPoints
- 1 onion, chopped – 0 SmartPoints
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms – 0 SmartPoints
Instructions:
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Prepare Chicken:
- Cut the chicken breasts into thin slices and season with salt and pepper.
- Toss the chicken slices with cornstarch until evenly coated.
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Cook the Chicken:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken slices and cook until browned and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
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Sauté the Veggies:
- In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they soften and release their moisture, about 5 minutes.
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Combine and Finish:
- Return the chicken to the skillet with the onions and mushrooms. Stir to combine.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
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Serve:
- Serve hot, garnished with extra black pepper if desired. Pair with a side of steamed vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes (adjust points accordingly).
SmartPoints Breakdown:
- Chicken (2 breasts): 5 SmartPoints
- Cornstarch (1 tbsp): 1 SmartPoint
- Vegetable oil (2 tbsp): 6 SmartPoints
- Onion (1 medium): 0 SmartPoints
- Mushrooms (2 cups): 0 SmartPoints
Total SmartPoints for the Entire Recipe: 12 SmartPoints for the entire dish.
SmartPoints Per Serving (if 4 servings):
- Blue, Green, Purple: 3 SmartPoints per serving
