Chicken and Basil Stir Fry
Savor the bold and aromatic flavors of this Chicken and Basil Stir Fry, a quick and easy Thai-inspired dish brimming with fresh ingredients and vibrant tastes. Featuring tender slices of chicken breast stir-fried with fragrant garlic, spicy red chili, and a generous handful of fresh basil leaves, this recipe offers a perfect balance of savory, spicy, and slightly sweet flavors. The rich umami notes from oyster sauce, soy sauce, and fish sauce are enhanced by a touch of sugar, creating a mouthwatering sauce that clings beautifully to the chicken. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile stir fry is ideal for busy weeknights yet impressive enough for entertaining. Serve it over a bed of steamed jasmine rice for the ultimate comforting, restaurant-quality meal at home. Perfect for lovers of easy chicken stir-fries, flavorful Asian cuisine, and quick dinner recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams chicken breast
- 4 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 pieces red chili
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Slice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Slice the red chili thinly.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the minced garlic and sliced chili to the hot oil, stirring frequently, until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
Add the chicken pieces to the wok. Stir fry until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix together the oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and water to make the stir-fry sauce.
Pour the sauce mixture over the cooked chicken, stirring well to coat evenly. Let it cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Add the fresh basil leaves to the wok and toss gently until the basil is wilted, about 1 minute.
Remove from heat and serve immediately with steamed jasmine rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1028 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.4 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 19.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 430 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 4351 mg | 189% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 144.7 g | 289% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 138 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1748 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
