Thai Basil Chicken Recipe: Easy and Flavorful

Thai Basil Chicken Delight

Delve into the vibrant world of Thai cuisine with our Thai Basil Chicken Delight. This dish perfectly marries the aromatic spiciness of garlic and black peppercorns with the umami of soy sauce and the subtle sweetness of basil. Ideal for an easy and satisfying meal for two, this dish encapsulates the essence of Southeast Asian culinary traditions with ingredients that are both delightful and nutritious. Relish an experience that is both simple to prepare and an exceptional taste of Thai cuisine, balancing the tender juiciness of chicken with the enriching flavors of traditional Thai herbs and spices.

Serves: 2, Difficulty: Easy

Preparation Time: 15 minutes, Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

300g Chicken, thinly sliced
50ml Soy sauce
20ml Vinegar
3 cloves Garlic, minced
2 Bay leaves
5g Black peppercorns, crushed
2g Salt
15ml Olive oil
20g Basil leaves
200g Jasmine Rice

Method

Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water, then cook it according to the package instructions. Set aside and keep warm.
In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Introduce the chicken slices to the pan, stir-frying until they start to brown on the edges.
Add the soy sauce, vinegar, crushed black peppercorns, and bay leaves, stirring to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and flavors meld.
Remove the bay leaves and add basil leaves, stirring into the chicken until they wilt slightly.
Serve the Thai Basil Chicken over warm jasmine rice, garnished with extra basil leaves, if desired.

Tips

For an extra kick, add a tablespoon of sliced chili peppers to the garlic for sautéing.
Allow the sauce to slightly reduce for a richer and more intense flavor.

Nutritional Information

Nutrient	Per 100g	Per Serving
Energy	150 calories	375 calories
Energy	628 kJ	1570 kJ
Fat	5g	12.5g
Saturated Fat	1g	2.5g
Carbohydrates	16g	40g
Sugars	1g	2.5g
Proteins	20g	50g
Salt	1g	2.5g