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Colorful Thai basil chicken dish plated on a white ceramic plate, vibrant green basil leaves, tender chicken strips coated in savory sauce, garnished with fresh chili slices, and a hint of sesame seeds, styled simply on a dark wooden table, featuring a rustic, natural aesthetic with soft daylight highlighting the textures and bright colors.

Quick and Easy Thai Basil Chicken for Weeknights

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A simple, delicious Thai basil chicken stir-fry made in under 30 minutes, combining tender chicken with fragrant basil, chili, and savory sauce, perfect for weeknights.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 red chili peppers, sliced
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp fish sauce
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add garlic and chili slices; sauté until fragrant.
  3. Stir in sliced chicken and cook until no longer pink.
  4. Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and sugar; pour over chicken.
  5. Cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Add basil leaves and stir until wilted.
  7. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

  • You can adjust the chili amount based on your heat preference.
  • Use fresh basil for authentic flavor.
  • This dish is best served immediately.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (with soy sauce substitute)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 210 Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg