Stir-Fried Chicken with Basil Recipe

Name: Stir-Fried Chicken with Basil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds boned chicken breast, skin removed; 3 tablespoons fish sauce; 1 1/2 tablespoons rice wine or sake; 1 1/2 tablespoons minced shallots; 3 1/2 tablespoons canola or corn oil; 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh red chile (seeds removed); 2 tablespoons chopped garlic; 3 medium red onions, peeled and cut into thin julienne slices; 2 tablespoons fish sauce; 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 1/2 tablespoons water; 1 1/2 cups fresh Thai holy basil or sweet basil leaves, stems removed, leaves rinsed, drained, and coarsely shredded

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds boned chicken breast, skin removed
3 tablespoons fish sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons rice wine or sake
1 1/2 tablespoons minced shallots
3 1/2 tablespoons canola or corn oil
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh red chile (seeds removed)
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
3 medium red onions, peeled and cut into thin julienne slices
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons water
1 1/2 cups fresh Thai holy basil or sweet basil leaves, stems removed, leaves rinsed, drained, and coarsely shredded

1
Arrange the chicken breast flat on a cutting board.
2
Holding the blade of your knife horizontal with the board, cut the chicken into thin slices on the diagonal and put them in a bowl.
3
Add the Marinade ingredients and toss the chicken lightly to coat.
4
Heat a wok or large skillet, add 2 tablespoons of the oil, and heat until very hot, about 30 seconds.
5
Add the Seasonings, and stir-fry over high heat about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, or until the onions are tender.
6
Push to the side of the pan.
7
Add the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oil, and heat until very hot.
8
Add the chicken, stirfrying over high heat about 2 minutes, or until the meat changes color and is cooked.
9
Give the premixed Sauce another stir and pour it into the pan.
10
Bring to a boil.
11
Add the fresh basil and mix.
12
Scoop the chicken onto a serving platter and serve with rice and a vegetable, if desired.

385

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds boned chicken breast, skin removed, 3 tablespoons fish sauce, 1 1/2 tablespoons rice wine or sake, 1 1/2 tablespoons minced shallots, and more.

Yes, Stir-Fried Chicken with 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.

Stir-Fried Chicken with Basil

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