Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Recipe

Name: Spicy Thai Basil Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 teaspoons canola oil, divided; 1/2 cup minced shallot; 1/2 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper; 4 teaspoons minced fresh garlic; 1 lb ground chicken; 2 Thai chiles, minced (can substitute serrano chiles); 1 tablespoon fish sauce; 2 teaspoons dark brown sugar; 2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 cup basil leaves; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 4 lime wedges; 8 lettuce leaves, for wrapping (or rice, if preferred)

Servings: persons

4 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1/2 cup minced shallot
1/2 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
4 teaspoons minced fresh garlic
1 lb ground chicken
2 Thai chiles, minced (can substitute serrano chiles)
1 tablespoon fish sauce
2 teaspoons dark brown sugar
2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 cup basil leaves
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
4 lime wedges
8 lettuce leaves, for wrapping (or rice, if preferred)

1
Heat a large wok or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 teaspoons oil; swirl to coat. Add shallots and saute 2 minutes. Add bell pepper and saute 1 minute. Add garlic and saute 30 seconds. Remove shallot mixture from pan and set aside.
2
Add remaining 2 teaspoons oil to wok or pan; swirl to coat. Add chicken and cook 5 minutes or until browned, stirring to crumble. Drain well. Return chicken to wok or pan over medium heat. Add chiles and cook 1 minute. Add shallot mixture to pan. Stir in fish sauce and next 3 ingredients (through black pepper); cook 1 minute or until thoroughly heated. Remove pan from heat; stir in basil and juice.
3
If using the lettuce leaves, place about 1/3 cup of the mixture in each lettuce wrap. Serve with lime wedges.

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* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 teaspoons canola oil, divided, 1/2 cup minced shallot, 1/2 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper, 4 teaspoons minced fresh garlic, and more.

Yes, Spicy Thai 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.

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Spicy Thai Basil Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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