How to Make Spicy Basil Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spicy Basil Chicken is a delicious and savory Thai-inspired dish that is sure to satisfy your cravings for bold and flavorful cuisine. This recipe combines tender chunks of chicken with an array of aromatic and zesty ingredients, creating a dish that is both fragrant and deeply satisfying. Whether you are a fan of spicy food or simply enjoy exploring new and exciting flavors, this recipe is bound to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons chili oil
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 3 hot chile peppers
  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 ½ teaspoons white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 5 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 cup fresh mushrooms
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 1 bunch fresh basil leaves

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, and cook the garlic and chile peppers until golden brown. Mix in chicken and sugar, and season with garlic salt and pepper. Cook until chicken is no longer pink, but not done.
  • Stir oyster sauce into the skillet. Mix in mushrooms and onions, and continue cooking until onions are tender and chicken juices run clear. Remove from heat, and mix in basil. Let sit 2 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    244 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 69mg
    • Sodium: 657mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 90mg
    • Calcium: 73mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 542mg