Thai Chicken with Basil and Coconut Milk
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Thai cuisine with this vibrant and creamy Thai Chicken with Basil and Coconut Milk recipe. Juicy chicken is stir-fried to perfection and enveloped in a luscious coconut milk sauce, infused with the bold aromatics of fresh basil, garlic, and red chili. A perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy is achieved with fish sauce, soy sauce, palm sugar, and a squeeze of fresh lime. This quick, 35-minute dish is a must-try for busy weeknights or an exotic dinner idea, served alongside fluffy jasmine rice to soak up every drop of the rich, fragrant sauce. Perfect for lovers of bold Thai flavors, this recipe is a harmonious blend of simplicity and authenticity.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breast
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 400 ml Coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 pieces Red chili
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Palm sugar or brown sugar
- 1 piece Lime
- 4 servings Cooked jasmine rice
Directions
Step 1
Thinly slice the chicken breast into bite-size pieces and set aside.
Step 2
Peel and finely mince the garlic. Thinly slice the red chili. Chop the onion into small pieces.
Step 3
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Add the minced garlic and sliced chili to the hot oil and sauté for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
Step 5
Add the chopped onion and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened.
Step 6
Add the sliced chicken to the skillet and stir-fry until the meat is no longer pink, about 4–5 minutes.
Step 7
Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
Step 8
Add the fish sauce, soy sauce, and palm sugar to the skillet. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Step 9
Allow the mixture to simmer for 5–7 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 10
Turn off the heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves until wilted.
Step 11
Squeeze the juice of one lime into the dish and stir again to balance the flavors.
Step 12
Serve the Thai chicken with steamed jasmine rice and garnish with additional basil leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2043.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2291.2 |
| Total Fat 47.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 19.3g | |
| Cholesterol 430mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4811.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 300.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 51.1g | |
| Protein 168.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 292.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2729.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories