- GF
- HP
- LS
- LC
Salt and Pepper Chicken
This salt and pepper chicken is crunchy, crispy and incredibly flavorful! This healthy version of the classic Chinese dish is easy to make and just spicy enough. This recipe is quick, savory and way better than takeout!

Ingredients
Instructions
- Step 1
First, dice onion and chili peppers.
- Step 2
Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, chopped onions, chopped chili peppers, and minced garlic to a large skillet over low medium heat. Cook for 5 minutes or until onions have softened, stirring occasionally.
- Step 3
Meanwhile, slice chicken into 1 inch pieces. Add chicken, tapioca flour, Chinese five spice, salt and pepper to a bowl. Toss until chicken is completely coated.
- Step 4
Once onions are soft, remove onions, chilis and minced garlic from pan. Place on a plate nearby.
- Step 5
Add in remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and coated chicken to skillet. Cook on medium for 7 to 8 minutes or until chicken is cooked through, flipping every couple minutes.
- Step 6
Reduce heat to low. Return onions, chilis and garlic to pan. Cook on low for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Step 7
Finally, remove from heat. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired. Serve!
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Hello, my name is Addison! I am a gluten free food blogger, food photographer, and founder of Organically Addison. I have been blogging for 5 years and now operate 4 websites! In 2024, I launched Sweet Addison’s and became a food brand founder. Sweet Addison’s specializes in creating gourmet gluten free dairy free desserts with nationwide shipping.
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