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Thai Basil Chicken Stir Fry

Savory Thai Basil Chicken Stir Fry Ready in 30 Minutes

A quick and flavorful Thai Basil Chicken Stir Fry that combines sweet, spicy, and savory flavors for a delightful meal in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stir-Fry
  • 1 pound lean ground chicken can substitute with ground turkey
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil vegetable or peanut oil
  • 4 cloves garlic freshly minced
  • 2-3 pieces Bird’s Eye Chilies adjust for spice preference
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce or low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce or regular soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce or substitute with soy sauce for vegetarian
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce omit for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon sugar can use brown sugar, honey, or agave syrup
  • 1/4 cup chicken bone broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 1 cup basil Thai holy basil preferred, sweet basil works too
  • 1 cup jasmine rice or brown rice/cauliflower rice for light option
  • 2 pieces eggs optional for extra protein
  • 1 cup fresh vegetables e.g., broccoli, or seasonal veggies

Equipment

  • large skillet or wok
  • separate pot for rice

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Sauté minced garlic and chopped chilies for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Cook the ground chicken for approximately 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  4. Stir in the sauces and sugar, then add the chicken broth. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add the Thai basil leaves to the skillet and cook until they wilt.
  6. Prepare the jasmine rice by rinsing it and cooking it with chicken broth until fluffy.
  7. Let the rice rest covered for 10 minutes after cooking.
  8. Serve the stir fry over the jasmine rice, optionally topped with a fried egg.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overcooking basil to maintain its vibrant flavor. Use medium-high heat for a crispy stir-fry texture.

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