Description
Thai Basil Chicken is a quick and flavorful stir-fry that captures the vibrant essence of Thai cuisine. Tender pieces of chicken are marinated in a savory sauce and tossed with aromatic Thai basil and spicy chilies, delivering an explosion of taste in every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish can be easily served over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that will impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 fresh red chili peppers, sliced (adjust based on spice preference)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop chicken, mince garlic, and slice chilies.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, chicken broth, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and sliced chilies; cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour the sauce over the chicken; stir to coat and simmer until thickened (2-3 minutes).
- Fold in fresh basil until wilted. Serve hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Customize with extra veggies like bell peppers or snap peas for added nutrition. Substitute ground turkey for chicken if you prefer a leaner option. For more heat, add additional chili flakes or use chili paste.