Spicy Thai Basil Chicken

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This simple recipe creates the feel you went out for dinner at your local Thai place, but only takes 30 minutes at home. Fresh basil, diced jalapenos, chicken, and coconut milk are the stars of this dish served over white rice.

Submitted by Chef Mo
Updated on November 14, 2021
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 2 ½ pounds chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • ¼ cup chopped white onion

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 (13.5 ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk

  • ⅔ cup white sugar

  • ½ cup diced jarred jalapeno peppers (such as Mt. Olive®)

  • ¼ cup rice vinegar

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric

  • ¼ cup chopped Thai basil

Directions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute chicken, onion, and garlic in the hot oil until chicken is no longer pink, about 6 minutes.

  2. Combine coconut milk, sugar, diced jalapenos, rice vinegar, salt, and turmeric in a bowl.

  3. Reduce heat to medium and pour coconut mixture into the pan with the chicken. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened, about 6 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in basil.

Cook's Note:

You can substitute Italian basil for Thai basil.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

590 Calories
35g Fat
37g Carbs
33g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 590
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 35g 45%
Saturated Fat 17g 86%
Cholesterol 108mg 36%
Sodium 741mg 32%
Total Carbohydrate 37g 13%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 23g
Protein 33g 66%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 46mg 4%
Iron 4mg 22%
Potassium 439mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.