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Easy Thai Basil Chicken Stir Fry

This easy Thai Basil Chicken is full of spicy, savory flavor and makes a perfect quick weeknight meal.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Keywords: air fryer desserts easy recipes, dinner recipes, easy recipes, food receipt easy recipes, quick and easy recipes, recipes for dinner, sweet easy recipes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Betty

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 tablespoon oil (vegetable or canola)
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 shallots, finely sliced
  • 2 Thai chilies, chopped (adjust to heat preference)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup Thai basil leaves
  • Cooked jasmine rice for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add garlic, shallots, and chilies, and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the ground chicken and cook until fully browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  4. Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and sugar. Mix well.
  5. Add water and stir until everything is combined. Cook for 1–2 more minutes.
  6. Turn off heat and stir in Thai basil until wilted.
  7. Serve immediately over hot jasmine rice.

Notes

Substitute with ground turkey or pork if preferred. Add vegetables like bell peppers for more variety.