Spicy Thai Basil Chicken
206kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound diced chicken breast (remove fat and excess skin)
- 1½ tablespoons neutral oil (such as vegetables oil)
- 1 cup Thai Holy Basil (stem removed)
- 7 garlic cloves
- 2 small shallots
- 5-7 whole Thai red chili peppers (adjust to your liking)
Stir-Fry Sauce
- 2 tablespoons chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon dark soy sauce
- 1½-1¾ teaspoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons fish sauce
To Serve:
- white or brown rice
- sunny side up fried eggs
Method
- Garlic paste. Pound the chilies, garlic, and shallots in a mortar. Set it aside.
- Stir-Fry Sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the broth, low-sodium soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and sugar until well combined. Set aside.
- Heat a wok over high heat and drizzle in the oil. When the pan is hot, add the garlic paste and stir constantly to prevent burning for about 15-20 seconds.
- Add the chicken to the wok and stir-fry until it loses its raw color, about 2-3 minutes. Add the stir-fry sauce and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce begins to caramelize, about 3 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and evenly coated with the sauce.
- Turn off the heat and stir in the basil. Continue stirring until the basil wilts, about 20 seconds. Serve with rice and a sunny side up fried egg.
Nutrition
Calories206kcalCarbohydrates6gProtein26gFat8gSaturated Fat2gPolyunsaturated Fat2gMonounsaturated Fat3gTrans Fat0.01gCholesterol73mgSodium652mgPotassium527mgFiber1gSugar3gVitamin A367IUVitamin C8mgCalcium35mgIron1mg
Notes
Storage. To store leftover Spicy Thai Basil Chicken, let it cool to room temperature before transferring it to an airtight container. Make sure to refrigerate the chicken within two hours of cooking to maintain food safety. It will stay fresh in the fridge for 2-3 days. For longer storage, you can freeze the dish in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
Reheating. When reheating, it's best to thaw the chicken overnight in the fridge if frozen. To reheat, warm it up in a skillet over medium heat, adding a splash of water or broth to help revive the sauce and prevent it from drying out. You can also microwave it, but stir occasionally to ensure even heating.
Use Fresh Thai Basil: Thai Holy Basil is key to the authentic flavor. If you can’t find it, regular basil can work, but it won’t have the same peppery taste.