Thai Basil Chicken with Onion and Red Pepper (26 Minutes)

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Thai basil chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

This dish features tender chicken stir-fried with aromatic garlic and chili, sweet red peppers, and onions, all enveloped in a savory sauce and fresh Thai basil leaves.

It’s a delightful blend of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors that will transport your taste buds to the streets of Thailand.

Serve it over jasmine rice for a complete and delicious meal any day of the week!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2-3 Thai red chilies, sliced (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients (10 minutes): Slice the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces, and slice the red bell pepper and onion. Mince the garlic and slice the Thai red chilies.
  2. Make the sauce (2 minutes): In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, dark soy sauce, and sugar until well combined. Set aside.
  3. Cook the chicken (5 minutes): Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are no longer pink and start to brown, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Stir-fry the vegetables (5 minutes): In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and sliced Thai red chilies, and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the sliced red bell pepper and onion, and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
  5. Combine chicken and sauce (3 minutes): Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables, and stir well to coat everything evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly and everything is heated through.
  6. Add the basil leaves (1 minute): Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the fresh Thai basil leaves until they are wilted and fragrant.
  7. Serve: Serve the Thai basil chicken hot over steamed jasmine rice, and enjoy this flavorful and aromatic dish.

Notes

For an authentic taste, use Thai basil, which has a unique flavor compared to sweet basil. If you can’t find Thai basil, sweet basil can be used as a substitute, but the flavor will be slightly different.

Feel free to adjust the number of Thai red chilies based on your spice preference.

This dish is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently to maintain the flavors. Enjoy!

*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.

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