How to Make the Perfect The Aromatic Thai Basil Chicken That Will Blow Your Mind

Thai · Easy · 25 min · 4 servings

This Thai basil chicken recipe packs a flavorful punch with fresh herbs and spices, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Why this recipe works

This The Aromatic Thai Basil Chicken That Will Blow Your Mind recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 25 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 350 calories with 25g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.

What you will need

This recipe uses 16 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:

1 lb ground chicken
2 tbsp vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh Thai basil leaves
1 cup bell peppers, sliced
1 small onion, chopped
1 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tsp ginger, minced
1 tbsp lime juice
1 cup jasmine rice, cooked
2 tbsp cashews, toasted

Step by step instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

Chop the onion, bell peppers, and mince the garlic and ginger.

Step 2: Heat the Oil

In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

Step 3: Cook the Chicken

Add the ground chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4: Add Vegetables and Sauce

Stir in the onion, bell peppers, garlic, ginger, fish sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and spices.

Step 5: Add Basil and Cook

Once veggies are tender, stir in the Thai basil and remove from heat.

Step 6: Serve

Plate the basil chicken over jasmine rice, drizzle with lime juice and sprinkle with cashews.

Easy substitutions

Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:

ground chicken → ground turkey
Thai basil → sweet basil
fish sauce → soy sauce

Common mistakes to avoid

Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:

Overcooking the chicken, leading to dryness.
Using stale spices that lose their flavor.
Not using enough fresh herbs for flavor.

Nutrition facts

Per serving: 350 calories, 25g protein, 10g carbs, 20g fat, 2g fiber.

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