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Quick Thai Basil Chicken Stir-Fry Recipe Easy 15-Minute Dinner Over Jasmine Rice

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A quick and flavorful Thai basil chicken stir-fry served over fragrant jasmine rice, perfect for busy weeknights and ready in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) ground chicken (lean preferred)
  • 1 cup packed fresh Thai basil leaves (sweet basil as substitute)
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2–3 bird’s eye chilies, thinly sliced (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional but recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (peanut oil preferred)
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • 2 green onions, chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup (185 g) jasmine rice in cold water until water runs clear. Combine with 1 1/4 cups (300 ml) water in a rice cooker or pot. Cook according to device instructions or bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
  2. While rice cooks, mince garlic, thinly slice bird’s eye chilies (remove seeds for less heat), pluck Thai basil leaves, and chop green onions if using.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking (about 1-2 minutes).
  4. Add minced garlic and sliced chilies to hot oil. Stir constantly for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant but not burnt.
  5. Add ground chicken to the pan. Break apart with spatula and cook for 4-5 minutes until no longer pink and slightly browned, stirring frequently.
  6. Stir in fish sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Cook for another 2 minutes to absorb flavors. Add about 1 tablespoon water or chicken broth if sauce looks dry.
  7. Turn off heat and immediately toss in fresh Thai basil leaves. Stir gently until wilted but still vibrant, about 30 seconds.
  8. Serve the stir-fry hot over jasmine rice. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.

Notes

Use sweet basil if Thai basil is unavailable, but flavor will be milder. Adjust bird’s eye chilies to control spice level. For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce and check oyster sauce label. Serve over cauliflower rice for low-carb option. Add fresh lime juice or extra chilies for more kick. Avoid overcrowding pan to ensure proper searing. Stir continuously to prevent garlic burning.

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