How to Make Easy Slow Cooker Thai Chicken with Basil - A Step-by-Step Guide

Thai cuisine is known for its bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and aromatic spices. One popular Thai dish that is beloved by many is the classic Thai Chicken with Basil, also known as Pad Krapow. This dish is full of savory and spicy flavors, and is typically enjoyed with jasmine rice.

While this dish is delicious, it can be a bit time-consuming to prepare. However, with the help of a slow cooker, you can easily recreate this delectable Thai dish in the comfort of your own home with mi...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 3 fresh red Thai chile peppers, minced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger
  • ½ cup chopped Thai basil, or to taste
  • 1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 6 hrs
  • Total Time: 6 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Combine chicken, bell pepper, soy sauce, fish sauce, Thai chile, lime juice, rice vinegar, and ginger in a slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low until chicken is tender, about 5 1/2 hours. Add basil and cook until wilted into the sauce, about 30 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Nutrition

    127 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 59mg
    • Sodium: 793mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 2g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 25mg
    • Calcium: 19mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 220mg