Chicken and Basil Stir-Fry Recipe

Name: Chicken and Basil Stir-Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast halves (cut into 1/4 inch thick slices); 1 tablespoon cornstarch; coarse salt and pepper; 6 teaspoons vegetable oil; 1 small onion, halved and cut into 1/4-inch wedges; 2 red bell peppers or 2 green bell peppers, cut into 1/4-inch wide strips; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 ½ cups basil leaves, torn; cooked white rice (optional)

Servings: persons

1 12 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast halves (cut into 1/4 inch thick slices)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
coarse salt and pepper
6 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 small onion, halved and cut into 1/4-inch wedges
2 red bell peppers or 2 green bell peppers, cut into 1/4-inch wide strips
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 ½ cups basil leaves, torn
cooked white rice (optional)

1
Pat chicken pieces dry with paper towels.
2
In a medium bowl, toss chicken with cornstarch until coated; season generously with salt and pepper.
3
In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high.
4
Cook half the chicken, turning once, until browned, but not completely cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes total.
5
Transfer to a plate.
6
Repeat with another 2 teaspoons oil and remaining chicken.
7
Transfer chicken to plate.
8
Set aside.
9
Wipe out skillet with a paper towel.
10
To skillet, all remaining 2 teaspoons oil, onion, and bell peppers, cook over medium-high heat, tossing often, until beginning to brown, 3 minutes.
11
Add garlic; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
12
Add 1/4 cup water, vinegar, soy sauce, and chicken to pan; cook, tossing, until chicken is cooked through, about 1 minute.
13
Remove from heat.
14
Stir in basil leaves.
15
Serve immediately, over white rice, if desired.

392

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 12 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast halves (cut into 1/4 inch thick slices), 1 tablespoon cornstarch, coarse salt and pepper, 6 teaspoons vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Chicken and Basil Stir-Fry falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken and Basil Stir-Fry

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