Thai Basil Chicken
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
3 people
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Calories
271 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Thai
Thai Basil Chicken
Description
This recipe for Thai Basil Chicken begins by stir-frying garlic and shallots until fragrant in hot oil. Ground chicken is then added and broken into small lumps while cooking quickly. Fresh and pounded bird’s eye chilies and sliced red chili add heat, balanced by savory fish sauce and oyster sauce, sweet soy sauce, and palm sugar for subtle sweetness. Water is added to create a bit of sauce.
Fresh Thai basil leaves are stirred in final moments to wilt and release their aroma, giving the dish its signature flavor and herbaceous brightness. White pepper and optional Maggi seasoning enhance the complexity.
The dish is best served immediately with steamed rice and a fried egg, which complements the spicy and aromatic profile. Adjust spice levels by varying the amount of chilies used. Cooking over high heat while stirring fast preserves the fresh flavors and prevents sogginess.
Prepping ingredients in advance is recommended due to the quick cooking process. If making larger portions, cook in batches to avoid crowding the pan which can lead to steaming rather than frying.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 4 cloves garlic finely chopped
- 2 shallot finely chopped
- 10 oz (280g) ground chicken
- 1 red chili pepper sliced into pieces, fresh
- 6 bird's eye chilies pounded and bruised (or 1-2 fresh jalapeno cut into slivers)
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons Sweet soy sauce Thailand Nguan Chiang brand Original Sweet Soy Sauce or ABC Sweet Sauce or Kecap Manis
- 1 tablespoon palm sugar or sugar, Thai origin
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 cup basil leaves stems removed, Thai variety
- 3 dashes ground white pepper
- 1 teaspoon Maggi sauce or Thai Golden Mountain Seasoning Sauce, optional
Instructions
- Add the oil to a heated wok, then add the chopped garlic and shallots. Stir fry until aromatic.
- Add the ground chicken and use a spatula to quickly stir fry, breaking the meat into small lumps.
- When the chicken turns white, add the chilies, fish sauce, oyster sauce, sweet soy sauce, sugar, and water. Stir to combine well. Add the basil leaves and stir quickly until they wilt and release their fragrant aroma.
- Add the white pepper, give the dish a few quick stirs, then dish out and serve immediately with steamed rice and a fried egg.
Notes
- Prepare and measure all ingredients before cooking; the dish cooks very quickly.
- Use high heat to stir-fry for best flavor and proper texture in the chicken.
- Cook in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding and steaming instead of frying.
- Adjust chili quantity to control the spice level according to your preference.
- Adding a splash of dark soy sauce can deepen the color if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 271 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 3people | |
| Calories | 271kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 81mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 1392mg | 58% |
| Potassium | 965mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 1424IU | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 155mg | 172% |
| Calcium | 58mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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