Gluten-Free Basil Chicken
Savor the irresistible flavors of our Gluten-Free Basil Chicken, a quick and healthy dinner option that's perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe features tender, golden-brown chicken breast infused with the vibrant aromas of fresh basil, garlic, and lime. Tossed with colorful red bell peppers and a tangy-sweet sauce made from gluten-free soy sauce, honey, and a splash of chicken broth, this dish delivers a satisfying blend of savory and zesty notes. Thickened with a simple cornstarch slurry, the sauce clings beautifully to every bite, making it the perfect companion for steamed rice or your favorite grain. Ready in just 35 minutes, this gluten-free crowd-pleaser is an easy yet flavorful take on a classic basil chicken recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tbsp gluten-free soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 small yellow onion
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 lime
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup gluten-free chicken broth
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized cubes.
Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips and finely chop the yellow onion. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken cubes and cook until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 2 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Add the sliced red bell pepper to the skillet and continue to cook for another 2 minutes.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Pour in the gluten-free soy sauce, honey, and gluten-free chicken broth. Stir to combine.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Pour this into the skillet and stir until the sauce begins to thicken, approximately 2-3 minutes.
Tear or chop the fresh basil leaves and add them to the skillet.
Add the juice of one lime to the skillet, and season with salt and black pepper according to taste.
Reduce the heat to low and let the flavors meld for an additional 2 minutes.
Serve the basil chicken hot, garnished with additional fresh basil leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1239 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.3 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.0 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 4718 mg | 205% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.8 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.5 g | ||
| Protein | 148.0 g | 296% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 145 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1842 mg | 39% | |
*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.
