Thai Basil Chicken

Thai Basil Chicken is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines tender chicken with fragrant Thai basil and a savory soy sauce-based stir-fry. It's a quick and satisfying lunch option, perfect for those seeking a taste of Thailand while adhering to kosher dietary laws.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 250 grams, diced
• Thai basil leaves - 30 grams, packed
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Shallot - 1 medium, finely sliced
• Red bell pepper - 1 small, sliced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce - 1 tablespoon (Kosher certified)
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• White pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Cooked jasmine rice - 200 grams (for serving)

Steps

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and sliced shallot, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add the diced chicken breast to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is cooked through.
4. Stir in the sliced red bell pepper and cook for an additional 2 minutes until softened.
5. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, white pepper, and salt, then pour the mixture into the skillet, stirring to combine.
6. Fold in the Thai basil leaves and cook for another minute until the basil is wilted.
7. Serve the Thai Basil Chicken hot over cooked jasmine rice.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains antioxidants from Thai basil, supporting overall health.

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