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Spicy Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow Gai)

This flavorful recipe guarantees a taste of Thailand while keeping the cooking process simple and enjoyable.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 1x

Ingredients

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  • ⅓ cup chicken broth

  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce, or as needed

  • 2 teaspoons fish sauce

  • 1 teaspoon white sugar

  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, coarsely chopped

  • ¼ cup sliced shallots

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tablespoons minced Thai chilies, Serrano, or other hot pepper

  • 1 cup very thinly sliced fresh basil leaves

  • 2 cups hot cooked rice

Instructions

  • Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together chicken broth, oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.

  • Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over high heat and drizzle in the oil. Add chicken and stir-fry until it loses its raw color, about 2 to 3 minutes.

  • Add Aromatics: Stir in shallots, garlic, and chilies. Continue cooking on high heat until juices begin to caramelize, 2 to 3 more minutes.

  • Flavor Boost: Add one tablespoon of the sauce mixture. Cook and stir until the sauce starts to caramelize, about 1 minute.

  • Finish with Sauce: Pour in the remaining sauce. Stir until the sauce deglazes the pan and glazes the chicken, another 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat.

  • Add Fresh Basil: Stir in basil and cook just until wilted, about 20 seconds.

 

  • Serve and Enjoy: Spoon the spicy chicken over hot rice and serve immediately.

  • Author: Linda
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes