Description
Craving something bold, saucy, and bursting with real Thai flavor? Spicy Thai Basil Chicken is your weeknight MVP! Juicy chicken, garlic, chilies, and holy basil get stir-fried into a saucy, aromatic wonder—ready in just 25 minutes. No takeout, no fuss—just bold flavors straight from your skillet to your soul. Add rice, a fried egg, and you’re officially in flavor town.
Ingredients
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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, chopped
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2 tbsp vegetable oil
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¼ cup sliced shallots
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tbsp Thai chilies, minced (adjust to taste)
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⅓ cup chicken broth
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1 tbsp oyster sauce
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1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari)
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2 tsp fish sauce
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1 tsp white sugar
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1 tsp brown sugar
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1 cup Thai basil leaves (or regular basil if needed)
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2 cups cooked jasmine rice
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Optional: Fried egg, cucumber slices for garnish
Instructions
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Mix the sauce: Whisk broth, oyster sauce, soy, fish sauce, and sugars in a bowl. Set aside.
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Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a hot skillet. Add chicken, sear 2 mins without touching, then stir until browned and cooked through (5-6 mins total).
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Add aromatics: Push chicken aside. Add shallots, garlic, and chilies to center. Cook 1 min until fragrant. Mix it all together.
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Sauce it up: Pour in sauce, stir until slightly thick (1 min).
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Basil finale: Turn off heat, toss in basil, and stir just until wilted.
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Serve hot over jasmine rice. Top with a fried egg if desired.
Notes
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Less spicy? Remove chili seeds or swap for milder peppers.
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No Thai basil? Sub with regular basil + a few cilantro leaves.
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Crispier edges? Don’t overcrowd the pan—cook chicken in batches.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
Nutrition
- Calories: 475 Cal Per Serving
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 32g