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Thai Basil Chicken

Flavor-Packed Thai Basil Chicken Ready in 20 Minutes!

Experience the vibrant flavors of Thai Basil Chicken in just 20 minutes. A quick, gluten-free dish bursting with aromatic spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound ground chicken can substitute with ground pork or beef
  • 4-6 pieces Thai Bird’s Eye Chilis adjust based on desired spice level
  • 3 cloves garlic can use onions for a milder taste
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce use gluten-free oyster sauce for gluten-free option
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce optional but recommended
  • 1 teaspoon fish sauce optional; can use vegan substitute
  • 1 teaspoon sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
For Stir-Frying
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil any neutral oil like canola works
  • 1 piece yellow onion diced
  • 1 cup green beans can substitute with bell peppers or zucchini
Finishing Touches
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil remove stems before cooking
  • 2 pieces fried eggs optional, sunny-side-up
  • 2 pieces lime wedges optional, for serving

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Small bowl
  • knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Minced 4 to 6 Thai Bird’s Eye chilis and 3 cloves of garlic until they form a rough paste.
  2. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon of gluten-free soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of dark soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Stir well.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add chili and garlic paste, and stir continuously for about 30 seconds.
  4. Introduce 1 pound of ground chicken and allow it to brown for 1 minute before stirring.
  5. Pour in sauce, then add 1 diced yellow onion and 1 cup of green beans. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Turn off heat and fold in 1 cup of fresh Thai basil leaves gently.
  7. Serve hot over rice, optionally topping with 2 fried eggs and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure your skillet is hot before adding chicken to prevent steaming. Adjust spice level by varying quantity of chilis used. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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