How to Make Thai Ground Chicken Basil - A Step-by-Step Guide

Thai Ground Chicken Basil, also known as "Pad Krapow Gai," is a classic Thai dish that is bursting with savory, spicy, and aromatic flavors. This quick and easy recipe is a staple in Thai cuisine and is perfect for anyone looking for a delicious and satisfying meal.

What sets this dish apart is the use of fresh basil, which gives it a unique and distinct flavor. The combination of ground chicken, garlic, chili, and fish sauce adds depth and complexity to the dish that is truly irresist...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil
  • ¼ cup minced garlic
  • 1 pound ground chicken breast
  • 12 Thai chiles, sliced into thin rings
  • 2 teaspoons black soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat a wok over high heat until smoking. Pour in peanut oil, then immediately add garlic. Stir-fry garlic until it begins to turn golden brown, about 20 seconds. Mix in the ground chicken and continue cooking and stirring until the meat is crumbly and no longer pink, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the sliced chilies, soy sauce, and fish sauce. Cook for about 15 seconds to soften the chilies, then add the basil, and continue cooking until the basil has wilted.
  • Nutrition

    273 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 69mg
    • Sodium: 769mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 332mg
    • Calcium: 74mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 754mg