Chicken Holy Basil Recipe

Name: Chicken Holy Basil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 garlic cloves, minced; 6 fresh Thai chiles, thinly sliced crosswise; ¼ cup vegetable oil, plus; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces); 1 tablespoon asian fish sauce; 1 teaspoon asian fish sauce; 2 teaspoons soy sauce; 4 ½ teaspoons sugar; fresh ground pepper; 3 cups loosely packed fresh holy basil leaves, plus more for garnish; steamed jasmine rice, for serving (or sticky rice)

Servings: persons

10 garlic cloves, minced
6 fresh Thai chiles, thinly sliced crosswise
¼ cup vegetable oil, plus
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces)
1 tablespoon asian fish sauce
1 teaspoon asian fish sauce
2 teaspoons soy sauce
4 ½ teaspoons sugar
fresh ground pepper
3 cups loosely packed fresh holy basil leaves, plus more for garnish
steamed jasmine rice, for serving (or sticky rice)

1
Mash together garlic and chiles using a mortar and pestle or the flat side of a large knife.
2
Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
3
Add garlic mixture.
4
Cook, stirring constantly, until garlic is just golden, about 20 seconds.
5
Add chicken; cook, stirring often, until chicken is cooked through, about 4 minutes.
6
Stir in fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper.
7
Add basil; cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute.
8
Season with more pepper, if desired.
9
Serve over rice.
10
Garnish with basil.

1008

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 garlic cloves, minced, 6 fresh Thai chiles, thinly sliced crosswise, ¼ cup vegetable oil, plus, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Chicken Holy Basil 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 Holy Basil

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions