Quick Thai Basil Chicken Stir-fry
75% authentic · Thai-inspired
A simplified version of Thai Basil Chicken, focusing on speed and accessibility while retaining the core flavors of basil, chili, and savory sauce.
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Ingredients
- Chicken breast, thinly sliced250g
- Thai basil leaves1/2 cup, packed
- Garlic, minced2 cloves
- Red chili flakes1/4 tsp (or to taste)
- Vegetable oil1 tbsp
- Fish sauce1 tbsp
- Soy sauce1 tsp
- Oyster sauce1 tbsp
- Sugar1/2 tsp
- Water1 tbsp
- Red bell pepper, sliced (optional)1/4
Steps
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together fish sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, water, and chili flakes.
- 2
Heat vegetable oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
- 3
Add minced garlic and stir-fry until fragrant, about 15 seconds.
- 4
Add the sliced chicken and stir-fry until almost cooked through.
- 5
If using, add the sliced red bell pepper and stir-fry for 1 minute.
- 6
Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and stir to coat. Cook for another minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
- 7
Stir in the Thai basil leaves until just wilted.
- 8
Serve immediately.
