Thai Spicy Chicken and Basil Recipe

Name: Thai Spicy Chicken and Basil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Canola Oil; 6 cloves Garlic, Diced; 1- 1/2 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts; 2 whole Thai Red Peppers Seeded And Diced; 3 whole Jalapeno Peppers, Seeded And Diced; 2 whole Fish Peppers Seeded And Diced; 1/2 cups Chicken Stock; 2 Tablespoons Asian Fish Sauce; 1 Tablespoon Soy Sauce; 4 Tablespoons Agave Nectar; 2 teaspoons Sriracha Chili Sauce (more Or Less To Taste); 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves; 1 whole Lime; Rice, To Serve

Servings: persons

2 Tablespoons Canola Oil
6 cloves Garlic, Diced
1- 1/2 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
2 whole Thai Red Peppers Seeded And Diced
3 whole Jalapeno Peppers, Seeded And Diced
2 whole Fish Peppers Seeded And Diced
1/2 cups Chicken Stock
2 Tablespoons Asian Fish Sauce
1 Tablespoon Soy Sauce
4 Tablespoons Agave Nectar
2 teaspoons Sriracha Chili Sauce (more Or Less To Taste)
1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves
1 whole Lime
Rice, To Serve

1
Heat a wok over high heat until hot.
2
Add oil and heat until hot but not smoking.
3
Add garlic and stir-fry until golden.
4
Add chicken, stirring constantly to keep chicken from sticking, until chicken is opaque, four to five minutes.
5
Add chilis and stir for a minute.
6
Add chicken or vegetable stock, fish sauce, soy sauce and agave nectar and stir for a minute or two to let the flavors meld.
7
Add a dash of Sriracha chili paste to taste, if you want additional heat.
8
Add basil and stir until leaves are slightly wilted.
9
Serve immediately over fresh hot rice with a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

241

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Protein

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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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tablespoons Canola Oil, 6 cloves Garlic, Diced, 1- 1/2 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, 2 whole Thai Red Peppers Seeded And Diced, and more.

Yes, Thai Spicy Chicken and 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.

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Thai Spicy Chicken and Basil

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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