🍗 Black Pepper Chicken with Mushrooms 🥢  
🔥 A perfect dish for busy weeknights that brings the family together!  

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️  
- 3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄  
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips 🍗  
- 1 onion, chopped 🧅  
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil 🥄  
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced 🍄  
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce 🥢  
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 🍶  
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 🦪  
- 1 teaspoon black pepper 🌶️  
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch ✨  
- 1/4 cup water 💧  
- 1 teaspoon salt 🧂  
- Optional: green onions for garnish 🥬  

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳  
1. In a bowl, mix the sliced chicken with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Make sure the chicken is well-coated.  
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes, until it's golden and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.  
3. Add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Toss in the onions and mushrooms, cooking for about 5 minutes until they soften.  
4. Stir in the garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and water. Mix everything together and let it simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.  
5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir well, coating the chicken with the flavorful sauce and vegetables.  
6. Add freshly ground black pepper to taste for an extra kick.  
7. Serve hot, garnished with green onions if desired, alongside steamed rice or your favorite noodles.  

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎  
- Calories: 280 per serving  
- Protein: 25g 💪  
- Carbohydrates: 12g 🍞  
- Fat: 12g 🥑  
- Fiber: 2g 🌿  
- Sugar: 3g 🍯  

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡  
- For more spice, add a pinch of red pepper flakes during the sauce preparation.  
- Use cremini or shiitake mushrooms for a richer flavor.  
- Don't skip the garnish! Green onions add brightness and a fresh touch.  
- Pair with jasmine rice or egg noodles for a deliciously complete meal.  

⏳ Preparation time 🍰  
Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 20 minutes | Serving: 4