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Easy Thai Basil Chicken

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A quick and flavorful Thai-inspired dish featuring ground chicken, fresh basil, and spicy chilies, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Oil

  • 3 tablespoons neutral oil (avocado or vegetable)

Chilies

  • 3 pieces Thai bird chilies (seeded for less heat)

Shallots

  • 3 pieces shallots (peeled and sliced into thin strips)

Garlic

  • 5 cloves garlic (peeled and sliced)

Ground Chicken

  • 1 pound ground chicken (lean ground meat works best)

Sugar

  • 2 teaspoons white sugar or mild honey

Soy Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (regular or low-sodium)

Fish Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce (adds umami depth)

Chicken Broth

  • 0.33 cup chicken broth (low sodium or plain water)

Thai Basil Leaves

  • 1 bunch Thai basil leaves (leaves only, gently washed and dried)

Instructions 

  • Heat oil in a wok over high heat, then fry chilies, shallots, and garlic until fragrant and lightly golden.
  • Add ground chicken and stir-fry until cooked through, breaking into small pieces.
  • Stir in sugar, soy sauce, and fish sauce; add broth to loosen browned bits and simmer until sauce thickens.
  • Add basil leaves and toss until wilted, then remove from heat and serve hot over rice.

Notes

Use fresh Thai basil for authentic flavor and adjust chili heat to taste.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Keyword: Basil, chicken, Spicy