Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, thinly sliced
– 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 2-3 Thai bird chilies, chopped (adjust for spice preference)
– 1 bell pepper, sliced
– 1 cup fresh basil leaves (Thai basil preferred)
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
– 1 tablespoon fish sauce
– 1 teaspoon sugar
– Cooked jasmine rice, for serving
Instructions
Creating Authentic Thai Basil Chicken can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Thinly slice the chicken and set it aside.
2. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
3. Sauté Garlic and Chilies: Add the minced garlic and chopped chilies to the pan. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Cook the Chicken: Add the sliced chicken to the pan. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
5. Add Vegetables: Stir in the sliced bell pepper and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
6. Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
7. Combine Everything: Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
8. Add Basil: Remove the pan from heat and fold in the fresh basil leaves until just wilted.
9. Serve: Serve hot over cooked jasmine rice.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 28g