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Thai Basil Chicken with Jasmine Rice

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A flavorful and aromatic Thai stir-fry made with tender chicken, fresh basil, and savory sauce, served over fragrant jasmine rice.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 shallots, sliced
  • 1–2 Thai chilies, sliced (optional for heat)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
  • 3 cups cooked jasmine rice

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add garlic, shallots, and chilies. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the sliced chicken and cook until no longer pink.
  4. Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and sugar.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and cook for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Turn off the heat and stir in the Thai basil leaves until wilted.
  7. Serve hot over jasmine rice.

Notes

  • For a healthier version, use low-sodium soy sauce.
  • Substitute Thai basil with sweet basil if unavailable.
  • Add vegetables like bell peppers or green beans for extra nutrition.

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Keywords: thai basil chicken, jasmine rice, thai stir fry, pad krapow gai

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