Quick Thai Basil Chicken

This fragrant Thai Basil Chicken is a great option for either lunch or dinner – full of flavour and only takes 15 minutes to make! 

Serves : 4     Prep : 5 mins     Cook : 10 mins

WHAT YOU NEED: 

• 1 cup (185g) Jasmine rice, uncooked
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 3 tbsp. oyster sauce
• 2 tbsp. soy sauce
• 2 tbsp. fish sauce
• 2 tbsp. sugar
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 1/2 cup (225g) green beans
• 1 1.2 lb. (680g) chicken breast, finely chopped
• 4 shallots, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, sliced
• 4 chillies, finely chopped
• 1 cup (25g) thai basil leaves, torn (or normal basil)

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:

1. Cook rice according to the instructions on the packaging.

2. Heat the oil in a wok or heavy, high walled skillet over high heat.

3. Whisk together the oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, and sugar until well-combined. Set aside.

4. Add the bell pepper and green beans to the hot wok and stir-fry for 1 minute. 

5. Add in the chicken and cook until it begins to brown, about 2-3 minutes. 

6. Stir in the shallots, garlic and chillies. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. 

7. Pour in the earlier prepared sauce. Continue to cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce begins to glaze. 

8. Stir in the thai basil leaves (or regular basil) and cook until the chicken is completely cooked through, the basil is wilted, and the liquid has mostly reduced. Serve with rice.

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