Description
Thai basil chicken is a delightful dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Thai street food to your kitchen. This quick recipe features juicy chicken thighs sautéed with aromatic garlic, fresh Thai basil, and spicy chilies, all coated in a savory sauce that creates an explosion of flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish pairs wonderfully with rice or noodles, making it a family favorite everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, sliced
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 red chili peppers, sliced (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by slicing the chicken and mincing the garlic.
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté minced garlic and sliced chilies for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add sliced chicken thighs and cook for about 5 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar; coat the chicken well.
- Toss in fresh Thai basil leaves before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - Marinate chicken for extra flavor before cooking. - Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for a different twist. - Add vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas to enhance nutrition.