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Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Stir-Fry

A quick and easy meal that packs a punch of flavor, featuring ground chicken, fresh basil, garlic, and Thai chilies. Perfect for busy weeknights and high in protein.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground chicken Can substitute with diced chicken breast
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2-3 pieces Thai chilies, chopped Adjust to taste for spice level
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves Thai basil preferable, or basil paste as a substitute
  • to taste serving cooked jasmine rice For serving

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and chopped Thai chilies, sautéing until fragrant.
  3. Add ground chicken and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and fish sauce.
  5. Add fresh basil leaves and cook until wilted.
  6. Serve over jasmine rice.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, microwave or heat in a pan. Adjust spice level by modifying the number of Thai chilies used.