Description
Thai Basil Chicken Stir Fry is a vibrant and flavorful dish that comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. This one-pan meal features juicy chicken thighs, colorful bell peppers, and aromatic Thai basil, all tossed in a savory sauce that strikes the ideal balance between sweet and spicy. Whether served over rice or noodles, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
- 1 cup bell peppers (red and yellow), sliced thinly
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 fresh chilies (optional), sliced
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing the veggies and slicing the bell peppers. Mince the garlic.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add chicken pieces and stir-fry until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Mix in minced garlic and chilies; stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add bell peppers, soy sauce, and oyster sauce; stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until veggies are slightly softened.
- Toss in fresh Thai basil leaves just before serving until wilted.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 105mg