Basil chicken

Basil chicken is a popular dish in many parts of the world, but its origins are unclear. Some believe that the dish originated in Thailand, while others believe it is of Chinese origin. Regardless of its origins, basil chicken has become a popular dish in many cultures.

Basil chicken is typically made with chicken breasts that are marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and garlic. The chicken is then stir-fried with vegetables and served over rice. Sometimes, the dish is also served with a fried egg on top.

Basil chicken is a popular dish because it is relatively easy to make and is very flavorful. The dish can be made as spicy or as mild as you like, depending on your personal preference.

Advice

Making basil chicken is a great way to add flavor and complexity to your dinner. Start by marinating the chicken in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, and white wine, and then season with salt and pepper. When it's time to cook, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a bit of olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken and cook until lightly browned. Then, add a generous amount of basil, diced tomatoes, and a little more olive oil. Simmer for 10-15 minutes and serve over a bed of rice or with a side of vegetables. For best results, use freshly chopped basil, as it will give you the most flavor.

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Recipes

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Thai Chilli Basil Chicken

  • thai basil
  • dark soy sauce
  • light soy sauce
  • sugar
  • birds eye
  • green onion
  • oil
  • water
  • oyster sauce
  • garlic
  • chicken thigh
  • jasmine rice
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Thai Basil Chicken

  • fish sauce
  • soy sauce
  • sriracha
  • red pepper
  • onion
  • brown sugar
  • vegetable oil
  • basil
  • garlic
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Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow Gai)

  • ground chicken thigh
  • chile garlic sauce
  • bell pepper
  • onion
  • coconut milk
  • mint
  • shiitake mushroom
  • rice noodle
  • ginger
  • fish sauce to
  • garlic
  • soy sauce
  • vegetable
  • rice wine vinegar
  • peanut
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Thai Basil Chicken

  • ground chicken
  • fish sauce
  • ginger
  • cornstarch
  • chicken broth
  • bell pepper
  • soy sauce
  • water
  • oil
  • asian garlic chili sauce
  • brown sugar
  • shallot
  • basil
  • oyster sauce
  • garlic
  • veggie
  • jasmine rice
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Thai Basil Chicken with Chili Garlic Sauce

  • chili garlic sauce
  • cornstarch
  • sugar
  • water
  • red hot chili peppers thai
  • bell pepper
  • onion
  • chicken
  • thai basil
  • sake
  • tamari
  • peanut oil
  • garlic
  • fish sauce
  • green onion
  • jasmine rice
  • peanut
  • cucumber
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Basil Chicken

  • basil
  • garlic
  • bell pepper
  • lime
  • onion
  • serrano chile pepper
  • chicken
  • canola oil
  • brown sugar
  • fish sauce
  • soy sauce
  • white rice
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Balsamic Basil Chicken

  • basil
  • parmesan cheese
  • black pepper
  • salt
  • courgette
  • dijon mustard
  • cherry tomato
  • balsamic vinegar
  • olive oil
  • chicken thigh
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20-Minute Thai Basil Chicken

  • chicken breast
  • dark soy sauce
  • fish sauce
  • light soy sauce
  • batch soy marinade
  • bell pepper
  • onion
  • peanut oil
  • garlic
  • broccoli
  • black pepper
  • thai basil
  • thai bird chile
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Tuscan Basil Chicken

  • tomato
  • chicken breast
  • basil
  • olive oil
  • celery
  • carrot
  • onion
  • salt
  • parmesan cheese
  • pepper
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Basil Chicken with Smoked Tomato Jam

  • log goat cheese
  • tomato
  • green onion
  • parsley
  • liquid smoke
  • garlic
  • lemon juice
  • salt
  • lemon zest
  • pepper
  • butter
  • basil
  • honey
  • olive oil
  • chicken breast
  • basil

Ingredient Breakdown

 
garlic
basil
olive oil
salt
onion
fish sauce
chicken breast
soy sauce
bell pepper
thai basil
brown sugar
green onion
water
chicken thigh
jasmine rice
ginger
parmesan cheese
black pepper
cornstarch
chicken
tomato
pepper
dark soy sauce
light soy sauce
sugar
oil
oyster sauce
vegetable oil
peanut
heavy cream
chicken broth
shallot
peanut oil
lemon juice
lemon
honey
birds eye
sriracha
red pepper
ground chicken thigh
chile garlic sauce
coconut milk
mint
shiitake mushroom
rice noodle
fish sauce to
vegetable
rice wine vinegar
rice
all purpose flour
pesto
pine nut
mushroom
pasta
ground chicken
asian garlic chili sauce
veggie
chili garlic sauce
red hot chili peppers thai
sake
tamari
cucumber
lime
serrano chile pepper
canola oil
white rice
basil paste
light coconut milk
chili powder
curry powder
jalapeño
hot rice
courgette
dijon mustard
cherry tomato
balsamic vinegar
batch soy marinade
broccoli
thai bird chile
white pepper
bird eye chily
celery
carrot
log goat cheese
parsley
liquid smoke
lemon zest
butter

Insights

Correlated with Higher Ratings

  • garlic

Staple Ingredients

  • garlic 69%

Usual Ingredients

  • basil 38%
  • onion 38%
  • 31%
  • bell pepper 31%
  • fish sauce 31%
  • olive oil 31%