Thai Basil Chicken
Craving something bold, fast, and packed with flavor? Thai Basil Chicken is the ultimate answer. With juicy chicken, aromatic garlic, spicy chilies, and the signature punch of fresh Thai basil, this dish is a flavor bomb that’s ready in under 30 minutes. Whether you're after a quick dinner, a healthy lunch idea, or meal prep that doesn’t taste like leftovers, this easy recipe checks every box. It's a great addition to your rotation of quick meals, healthy dinners, and Thai-inspired food ideas—flavorful, satisfying, and faster than takeout.
Ingredients
Instructions
Prepare all ingredients by chopping the chicken, bell peppers, garlic, chilies, and picking basil leaves.
In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and brown sugar to create your sauce.
Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until lightly browned and nearly cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add more oil if needed. Sauté garlic and chilies for about 30 seconds.
Add bell peppers and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until just tender. <
id=”instruction-step-6″>6. Return the chicken to the pan. Pour in the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Cook for 2–3 more minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
d=”instruction-step-7″>7. Turn off the heat and stir in the Thai basil. Toss until the leaves are wilted but still vibrant.
d=”instruction-step-8″>8. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, if using. Serve hot over jasmine rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size
- 1 plate with rice
- Calories
- 410 calories
- Sugar Content
- 6g
- Sodium Content
- 890mg
- Fat Content
- 18g
- Saturated Fat Content
- 4g
- Unsaturated Fat Content
- 12g
- Trans Fat Content
- 0g
- Carbohydrate Content
- 28g
- Fiber Content
- 2g
- Protein Content
- 30g
- Cholesterol Content
- 75mg
