Thai Basil Chicken Stir Fry Recipe
This Thai chicken basil stir fry is one of the most popular Thai food takeout items. Now you can make it at home. It's very quick and easy, inexpensive, and tastes just as good as your favorite takeout.
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 440kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 2 pounds chicken breast cut into 1" pieces
- 1 cup red onion cut into 1/2" pieces
- 1 cup red pepper cut into 1/2" pieces
- 2 tablespoons garlic minced
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup basil leaves chopped
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a heavy skillet or wok over high heat. Add the chicken and stir for 2-3 minutes, or until it is golden on the outside and the juices run clear on the inside.
- Stir in the onions, peppers, and garlic. Cook until fragrant—about 1 more minute. Then, pour in the soy sauce and brown sugar and continue to cook until the sauce begins to glaze onto the meat—about 1-2 more minutes.
- Stir in the basil leaves and cook until the chicken is completely cooked through, the basil is wilted, and the liquid has mostly evaporated.
- Serve warm with rice. Enjoy!
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Notes
Storing leftovers: store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Reheating: either microwave or reheat in a skillet over medium heat.
Nutrition
Calories: 440kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 1125mg | Potassium: 280mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 750IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2mg