Thai Basil Chicken Recipe
A flavorful and aromatic Thai Basil Chicken recipe that is quick and easy to prepare. Tender strips of chicken are stir-fried with fresh basil, bell peppers, and a savory sauce for a delicious meal that pairs perfectly with steamed jasmine rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Non-vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Thai Basil Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, sliced into thin strips
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 shallots, thinly sliced
- 1 red chili, sliced (adjust to taste)
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and shallots, and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add sliced chicken thighs to the pan and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the sliced red chili and bell pepper, and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and chicken broth. Pour this sauce over the chicken and vegetables in the pan.
- Stir well to combine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add fresh basil leaves to the pan and gently toss until the leaves are wilted.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Remove from heat and serve hot over steamed jasmine rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: Thai Basil Chicken, Stir-fry, Easy, Quick, Asian
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