Thai Basil Chicken
Thai basil chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that perfectly balances savory chicken, aromatic garlic, and the kick of fresh chilies. This quick, one-pan meal is ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests without the hassle. Served over fluffy jasmine rice, it’s sure to become a household favorite, capturing the essence of Thai street food right in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, diced
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 fresh red chili peppers, sliced (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the chicken thighs, mincing the garlic, and washing the basil.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add minced garlic and sliced chili peppers; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add diced chicken to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar; simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Fold in fresh basil until wilted (about 30 seconds).
- Serve immediately over jasmine rice or alongside stir-fried noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Feel free to substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp and add more vegetables like bell peppers for extra crunch.