K-Jon's Spicy Basil Chicken Recipe

Name: K-Jon's Spicy Basil Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 -3 tablespoons peanut oil, can sub any oil, for stir-frying; 10 garlic cloves, finely chopped; ½ cup sliced onion; 1 lb boneless chicken thighs (chopped fine or course ground); 4 -6 serrano peppers (to taste) or 4 -6 jalapenos, cut into very thin rounds with seeds (to taste); 12-1 lime, zested with juice; 2 -3 teaspoons sweet soy sauce (to taste); 2 tablespoons fish sauce (to taste); 1 cup fresh basil, whole fresh leaves and flower buds; 1 cup bean sprouts (optional); rice

Servings: persons

2 -3 tablespoons peanut oil, can sub any oil, for stir-frying
10 garlic cloves, finely chopped
½ cup sliced onion
1 lb boneless chicken thighs (chopped fine or course ground)
4 -6 serrano peppers (to taste) or 4 -6 jalapenos, cut into very thin rounds with seeds (to taste)
12-1 lime, zested with juice
2 -3 teaspoons sweet soy sauce (to taste)
2 tablespoons fish sauce (to taste)
1 cup fresh basil, whole fresh leaves and flower buds
1 cup bean sprouts (optional)
rice

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Prepare the ingredients as instructed.
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Leave the fresh basil leaves whole (no hard stems) the flower buds may also be used.
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Heat a wok until very hot.
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Swirl in the oil to coat the wok surface.
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Wait a few seconds for the oil to heat, then stir in the garlic, 20 seconds,followed with onion.
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Stir 20 seconds before adding the chicken.
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Stir-fry 1 to 2 minutes, or until most of the chicken has changed color on the outside.
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Toss in the chillies, lime zest with juice.
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Sprinkle sweet soy sauce over the mixture and stir-fry for another 15 to 20 seconds.
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Season to taste with fish sauce, then stir in the fresh basil.
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Toss well.
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Stir-fry another 1/2 to 1 minute, or until the basil is wilted and the chicken cooked through.
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Stir and transfer to a serving dish, or spoon directly over individual plates of plain steamed rice.
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Serves 6 to 8 with other dishes in a shared family-style meal.

1029

kcal

Calories

Fat

137

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 2 -3 tablespoons peanut oil, can sub any oil, for stir-frying, 10 garlic cloves, finely chopped, ½ cup sliced onion, 1 lb boneless chicken thighs (chopped fine or course ground), and more.

Yes, K-Jon's Spicy Basil Chicken 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

K-Jon's Spicy Basil Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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