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Thai Basil Chicken

This Thai Basil Chicken is a quick, flavorful delight! Packed with aromatic herbs, it's perfect for any weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dish:
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 shallots, thinly sliced
  • 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1/2 bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 pound ground chicken or diced chicken breast or ground turkey
  • 2 teaspoons light brown sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon fish sauce or hoisin sauce
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons Asian Garlic Chili Sauce or Sambal Oelek
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon corn starch
  • 2/3 cup fresh basil leaves
  • Cooked Jasmine rice for serving

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

Directions:
  1. In a large skillet or wok, heat the 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the 2 sliced shallots, 6 cloves of garlic, and 1 tablespoon of minced ginger to the skillet. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes, or until the shallots become translucent and fragrant.
  3. Toss in the 1/2 sliced bell pepper and continue to sauté for another 2 minutes, allowing the pepper to soften slightly.
  4. Add the 1 pound of ground chicken (or your choice of protein) to the skillet. Break it apart with your spatula and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Once the chicken is cooked, stir in the 2 teaspoons of light brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, 1/4 cup of low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, and 2 tablespoons of Asian Garlic Chili Sauce. Mix well to combine.
  6. Pour in the 1/4 cup of low-sodium chicken broth and 1/4 cup of water. Stir to mix everything together.
  7. In a small bowl, combine the 1 teaspoon of corn starch with a tablespoon of water to create a slurry. Add this to the skillet and stir well. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  8. Finally, add the 2/3 cup of fresh basil leaves and stir until the basil is wilted and fragrant, about 1 minute.
  9. Serve the Thai Basil Chicken hot over freshly cooked Jasmine rice. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and the delightful aroma!

Notes

  • Use Thai basil for a more authentic flavor.
  • Feel free to add vegetables like snap peas or carrots.
  • Adjust the level of spiciness by modifying the amount of chili sauce.