Thai Chicken with Basil
This vibrant Thai Chicken with Basil dish bursts with bold flavor and a hint of heat. Tender chicken breast is stir-fried in oil with fragrant garlic and spicy red jalapeños, then glazed with savory fish sauce and a touch of sugar for balance. Fresh basil and mint add an aromatic lift, while a sprinkle of chopped peanuts lends a satisfying crunch. It’s a quick and flavorful meal with authentic Thai flair—perfect served over jasmine rice or lettuce wraps.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 12 oz)
- 2 T oil
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2 red jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
- 1 T fish sauce
- 1 t sugar
- 1/4 C snipped fresh basil
- 1 T snipped fresh mint leaves
- 1 T chopped unsalted roasted peanuts
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into quarters.
- Heat oil, cook garlic and peppers until garlic is golden brown.
- Add chicken, stir-fry 8–10 minutes until done.
- Stir in fish sauce and sugar.
- Sprinkle with basil, mint, and peanuts.