Nut-Free Thai Basil Chicken
Get all the bold, vibrant flavors of a classic Thai Basil Chicken dish in this allergy-friendly twist: Nut-Free Thai Basil Chicken. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes and delivers a deliciously savory, slightly sweet, and aromatic stir-fry that pairs beautifully with jasmine rice. Made with tender chicken thighs, fragrant garlic, spicy red chili, and a nut-free, umami-packed sauce featuring soy, oyster, and fish sauces balanced with a touch of brown sugar, it's finished with fresh Thai basil for an authentic herbal kick. Whether you're avoiding nuts or just craving a quick one-pan meal, this recipe delivers bold Thai-inspired flavors while being a breeze to prepare.
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 500 grams Boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons Neutral cooking oil (e.g., vegetable oil or avocado oil)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 medium Red chili (sliced; adjust for spice level)
- 1 cup Thai basil leaves (loosely packed)
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce (ensure gluten-free if needed)
- 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon Fish sauce
- 2 teaspoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 pieces Lime wedges (for serving, optional)
- 4 servings Cooked jasmine rice (for serving)
Directions
Step 1
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and water until the sugar is fully dissolved. Set the sauce aside.
Step 2
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the cooking oil.
Step 3
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sliced red chili. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until aromatic.
Step 4
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook, stirring frequently, for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and lightly browned.
Step 5
Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and stir well to coat each piece. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
Step 6
Turn off the heat and immediately add the Thai basil leaves to the skillet. Toss the basil with the chicken until the leaves are wilted.
Step 7
Serve the Nut-Free Thai Basil Chicken over freshly cooked jasmine rice with lime wedges on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1493.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2223.4 |
| Total Fat 84.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 19.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 525mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5128.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 202.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.6g | |
| Protein 154.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 35IU | 0% |
| Calcium 313.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2162.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories