Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Recipe (Pad Krapow Gai)
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5.0
15 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
496 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Recipe (Pad Krapow Gai)
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Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Recipe - Homemade Pad Krapow Gai is an easy and tasty stir-fry dish that features lots of heat and fresh basil.
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Ingredients
- For the Sauce -
- 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- water if needed
- For the Chicken Stir Fry –
- 2 tablespoons peanut oil or coconut oil
- 2 ½ pounds boneless chicken thighs cut into bite-size pieces
- 6-8 cloves garlic minced
- 3-6 Thai bird chiles minced
- 1 bunch scallions chopped and separated into whites and greens
- 1 large red bell pepper seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 8 ounces green beans trimmed and halved
- 1 cup packed fresh Thai basil leaves or sweet basil
Instructions
- In a small bowl (or measuring pitcher) mix the ingredients for the sauce. Set aside.
- Chop the chicken thighs and all produce. Leave the produce in separate piles so it is easy to add in at different times.
- Set a large wok or sauté pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the oil and chicken pieces. Stir and sauté for 3-5 minutes until the chicken pieces are almost cooked through.
- Move the chicken to the sides of the pan and add in the minced garlic, thai bird chiles, scallion whites, red bell pepper, and green beans. Stir and sauté another 3-5 minutes to stir-fry the veggies, until the green beans are cooked but still firm.
- Pour in the sauce. Stir and simmer 1-2 minutes. If the sauce seems too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons water.
- Finally stir in the basil and scallion greens. Stir as the basil wilts into the sauce. Then turn off the heat and serve warm with rice (or Cauliflower Rice or Broccoli Rice for Low-Carb!)
Notes
- This recipe can be made Gluten-Free if you buy GF oyster sauce, soy sauce, and fish sauce.
- This recipe can be made Gluten-Free if you buy GF oyster sauce, soy sauce, and fish sauce.
- You can add or omit the bell peppers and/or green beans if you like.
- You can add or omit the bell peppers and/or green beans if you like.
- This is a great make-ahead meal, and leftovers are delicious! Transfer cooled leftover Spicy Thai Basil Chicken to an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. I suggest either storing leftover rice separately or simply making it fresh to enjoy with reheated Pad Krapow Gai.
- I do not recommend freezing, as defrosting and reheating will cause the veggies to become mushy.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
0.75cup
Calories
496kcal
(25%)
Carbohydrates
9g
(3%)
Protein
33g
(66%)
Fat
36g
(55%)
Saturated Fat
9g
(45%)
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
185mg
(62%)
Sodium
809mg
(34%)
Potassium
567mg
(16%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
1278IU
(26%)
Vitamin C
36mg
(40%)
Calcium
50mg
(5%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 496 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.75cup | |
| Calories | 496kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 36g | 55% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 185mg | 62% |
| Sodium | 809mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 567mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1278IU | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 36mg | 40% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
15 reviews
Excellent
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