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Quick Spicy Thai Basil Chicken

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A fast, flavorful, and easy Thai basil chicken recipe ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for weeknight dinners with a spicy kick and fresh herb aroma.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground chicken or thinly sliced chicken breast
  • 1 cup packed fresh Thai basil leaves, washed and dried
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2–3 fresh bird’s eye chilies, finely chopped (adjust to heat preference)
  • 1 small yellow or white onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon fish sauce (optional but recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 stalks green onions, chopped (optional garnish)
  • Cooked jasmine rice, to serve

Instructions

  1. Prep all your ingredients first (about 5-7 minutes). Mince the garlic, finely chop the bird’s eye chilies, slice the onion thinly, and pluck the basil leaves from their stems.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in your wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 1-2 minutes).
  3. Add the minced garlic and chopped chilies to the hot oil, stirring constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Add the sliced onions and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until soft and slightly translucent.
  5. Add the ground chicken or sliced chicken to the pan. Break it up with your spatula and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until fully cooked and no longer pink.
  6. Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and sprinkle the brown sugar. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly and cook for another 2 minutes to meld flavors.
  7. Turn off the heat and immediately toss in the fresh Thai basil leaves to wilt with residual heat.
  8. Garnish with chopped green onions if using, and serve hot over steamed jasmine rice.

Notes

Add basil off the heat to preserve its fresh aroma. Adjust chilies to control spice level. Use tamari for gluten-free soy sauce. Avoid overcrowding pan for better browning. Leftovers reheat well and flavors deepen after resting.

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Keywords: Thai basil chicken, spicy chicken, quick dinner, stir-fry, Thai recipe, easy weeknight meal, ground chicken recipe

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