Description
Zesty Thai Basil Chicken is a flavorful stir-fry that combines tender chicken thighs with fresh Thai basil, garlic, and vibrant bell peppers. This dish is perfectly balanced with savory sauces, delivering an unforgettable taste experience that transports you to the bustling streets of Thailand. Ideal for any mealtime, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced thinly
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by cutting it into bite-sized pieces and seasoning lightly with salt and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken in batches if necessary, cooking until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and sliced bell pepper; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, and brown sugar until dissolved. Pour over chicken and vegetables.
- Add fresh basil leaves last; toss everything together for about one minute until basil wilts. Serve over steamed jasmine rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg