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Flavorful Thai Basil Chicken Bowl Recipe with Spicy Garlic Sauce Easy and Best

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A quick and easy Thai Basil Chicken Bowl featuring tender chicken thighs, fragrant Thai basil, and a bold spicy garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 cup jasmine rice, cooked
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
  • 5 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 2 Thai bird’s eye chilies, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Optional garnishes: extra Thai basil leaves, sliced cucumber, fried shallots or chopped peanuts, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear. Cook in a rice cooker or on the stovetop with 1 1/2 cups water for 15 minutes, then let it rest covered for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
  2. Thinly slice 1 pound chicken thighs against the grain. Pat dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, chopped bird’s eye chilies, soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and water. Mix well until sugar dissolves. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat (about 400°F). Add chicken in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  5. In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed. Pour in the spicy garlic sauce and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Return chicken to the pan and toss well with the sauce. Add fresh Thai basil leaves last, stirring gently until wilted but still vibrant green, about 1 minute.
  7. Spoon jasmine rice into bowls, top with the Thai basil chicken mixture. Garnish with extra basil, sliced cucumber, fried shallots, or peanuts if desired. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Notes

Do not overcook the basil to preserve its flavor. Adjust the heat by reducing or removing seeds from bird’s eye chilies. Use chicken thighs for juiciness or breasts for leaner meat. The spicy garlic sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari and check oyster sauce brand.

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Keywords: Thai basil chicken, spicy garlic sauce, Thai chicken bowl, easy Thai recipe, quick dinner, stir-fry chicken, Thai food

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