Thai Style Chicken with Basil Cook's Illustrated
Transform your dinner routine with the bold, aromatic flavors of Thai Style Chicken with Basil from Cook's Illustrated. This quick and satisfying recipe delivers an authentic taste of Thailand, featuring tender ground chicken infused with fragrant Thai basil, spicy red chilies, and a savory blend of soy, oyster, and fish sauces. The dish comes together in just 25 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights, while the balance of sweet, salty, and spicy flavors ensures it’s a crowd-pleaser. Served over fluffy steamed white rice, this vibrant stir-fry is both comforting and packed with irresistible Southeast Asian flair. Perfect for those seeking a quick Thai basil chicken recipe that doesn't skimp on authenticity, this dish will have you craving more with every bite!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 cup Thai basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 chilies Thai red chili, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 4 cups white rice, cooked
Directions
Step 1
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and water. Set the sauce mixture aside.
Step 2
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic and chopped chilies to the hot oil. Stir-fry for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the ground chicken to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes.
Step 5
Pour in the prepared sauce mixture and stir well to coat the chicken. Let it cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Step 6
Add the Thai basil leaves to the skillet and toss until just wilted, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from heat and serve the chicken with steamed white rice.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1626.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2088.1 |
| Total Fat 65.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g | |
| Cholesterol 384.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3160.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 259.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.2g | |
| Protein 127.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 673.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 38.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4182.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories