Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this quick and easy Thai Basil Chicken recipe! Infused with fresh basil, tender chicken, and a medley of colorful vegetables, this dish comes together in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, each bite is a delightful explosion of taste that will transport you straight to the bustling streets of Bangkok.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 pieces)
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp chili paste (adjust for spice preference)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic. Dice the red bell pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces in a single layer and sear for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Flip when easily released from the pan.
- Stir in minced garlic and diced red bell pepper; cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and chili paste. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Toss in fresh Thai basil leaves just before serving, stirring until slightly wilted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg