Description
Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Stir Fry is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Thai cuisine right to your kitchen. With tender chicken, fresh basil, and colorful vegetables tossed in a savory sauce, this stir fry is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly satisfying. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, it’s a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 pieces)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (mixed colors)
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: Slice chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and Sriracha for at least 15 minutes.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pan over medium-high heat, add oil. Once shimmering, add minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook chicken: Add marinated chicken pieces and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add vegetables: Toss in sliced bell peppers and onions; cook for another 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
- Finish with basil: Stir in fresh basil leaves just before serving to maximize flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg