Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Recipe
This Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Recipe brings authentic Thai flavors to your kitchen in just 25 minutes.
Equipment
- Large wok or skillet
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Small mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2-3 Thai chilies sliced
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
Instructions
- Heat oil in wok over high heat.
- Add garlic and chilies, stir quickly.
- Add diced chicken to the hot wok.
- Cook chicken until golden brown outside.
- Add bell pepper, stir for two minutes.
- Mix fish sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar.
- Pour sauce mixture over the chicken.
- Stir everything together for one minute.
- Remove wok from heat immediately.
- Add fresh Thai basil leaves on top.
- Toss gently until basil wilts slightly.
- Serve immediately over steamed jasmine rice.
Notes
- Regular basil changes the authentic flavor completely.
- Keep the wok very hot for proper stir-frying technique.
- Use fresh garlic and chilies for the best taste.
- Chicken should remain tender and juicy throughout.
- Fresh basil should wilt slightly but stay vibrant green.