Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow Gai)

Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow Gai)

Discover the authentic flavors of Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow Gai) in this mouthwatering recipe. Cook up a delicious Thai dish at home!

Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow Gai)

Ingredients

• 1 ½ pounds de-boned chicken thighs, diced

• 1/3 cup chicken broth

• 1 Tablespoon oyster sauce

• 1 Tablespoon soy sauce

• 2 teaspoons fish sauce

• 1 teaspoon white sugar

• 1 teaspoon brown sugar

• 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil

• 1 Tablespoon minced garlic

• 2 Tablespoons minced hot chilies

• 1 cup chiffonade fresh basil leaves

Method:

1. Mix the chicken broth, oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce. Both sugars together in a bowl.

2. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add oil.

3. Add the chicken and stir fry for about 3 minutes.

4. Stir in the chilies and garlic, and cook for an additional 3 minutes.

5. Add a tablespoon of the sauce mixture and stir-fry for another 5 minutes, until the sauce caramelizes.

6. Add the remaining sauce and continue cooking until the sauce has deglazed the bottom of the pan and glazes onto the chicken.

7. Remove from heat. Stir in the fresh basil and continue stirring until it has wilted.

Serve with rice.

Yields 2 servings

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