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    Thai Basil Chicken Recipe for One

    LAST UPDATED: Jan 14, 2023 · PUBLISHED: Jan 14, 2023 · BY: Sydney · Leave a Comment

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    This dish is definitely a keeper! Not only is it easy to make, but it's also really flavorful and satisfying with only a few ingredients. If you're looking for a quick and tasty weeknight meal ready in under 30 minutes, then this is your chicken recipe.

    Chicken and red peppers with basil served over rice on plate with side of rice on table. this Recipe

    🧾 Main Ingredients Notes

    Skinless boneless chicken breast, red pepper sliced thin,Thai basil leaves, olive oil and garlic paste.
    • Chicken Breast: A skinless boneless chicken breast is a leaner cut, however, you can also substitute skinless boneless chicken thighs which are very flavorful.
    • Red Bell Pepper: The recipe uses only half a bell pepper, but you can add as much as you like. Also, green, orange, or yellow peppers can be used.
    • Thai Basil: Thai basil has a licorice-like flavor while Italian basil is sweet. If you are looking for that licorice flavor, Thai basil is the herb for you, but if you want something sweeter, go with Italian basil.
    • Olive Oil: If you have a garlic-infused oil that's great to use in the recipe, otherwise just add the garlic.
    • Garlic Paste: I recommend using a tube of garlic paste found in the refrigerated produce section.

    See the recipe card for ingredient quantities.

    👩‍🍳 How to Make Chicken with Thai Basil

    Chicken and red pepperscooking in cast iron skillet.

    Step One: Heat the olive oil in a heavy skillet. Over high heat, add the chicken and red peppers to the skillet and stir until the chicken is fully cooked.

    Chicken , red peppers , and garlic cooking in cast iron skillet.

    Step Two: Stir in the garlic paste and season with salt and pepper as needed.

    Chicken, peppers, garlic, and thai basil cooking in cast iron skillet

    Step Three: Stir in the basil leaves and toss to mix into the chicken.

    Chicken and red peppers with basil served over rice on plate.

    Step Four Serve over rice or pasta. Simple and delicious!

    👩‍🍳 Recipe Notes and Cooking Tips

    • The recipe can be doubled easily.
    • Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
    • You can substitute a Italian Basil if you can't find Thai Basil.

    🥄 Helpful Tools

    • 8-inch cast iron fry pan or a small Wok.

    🍴Serving Suggestions

    • Perfect over rice.
    • Serve over spaghetti or another pasta noodle of your choice.
    Whats the flavor difference between Italian and Thai Basil?

    Italian basil has a sweet, anise-like flavor and is commonly used in Mediterranean and Italian cuisine. Thai basil has a slightly spicier and more licorice-like flavor and is commonly used in Asian cuisine, particularly in Thai dishes.

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    Chicken and red peppers with basil served over rice on plate.

    Chicken with Thai Basil

    An elegant and easy fragrant stir fry dish. ready in under 30 minutes.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Dinner for One
    Cuisine: Thai Inspired
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 1 serving
    Calories: 356kcal
    Author:Sydney Dawes

    Ingredients

    • 6- ounces skinless boneless chicken breast
    • ½ red pepper sliced thin
    • 7-8 Thai basil leaves
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon garlic paste
    • salt and pepper as needed

    Instructions

    • Heat the olive oil in a heavy skillet. Over high heat, add the chicken and red peppers to the skillet and stir until the chicken is fully cooked.
    • Stir in the garlic paste and season with salt and pepper as needed,
    • Stir in the basil leaves and toss to mix into the chicken mixture,
    • Serve over rice or pasta.

    Notes

    • Thai basil is spicy with an anise or licorice-like flavor. If you can't find Thai Basil, you can use Italian Basil which has a milder peppery, and sweet taste. 
    • Green or Yellow peppers can be used.
    • Chicken thighs can be substituted.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 356kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 203mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g

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