20 Minute Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Gai Krapow)
Experience a burst of authentic Thai flavors with this 20 Minute Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Gai Krapow). This quick and savory stir-fry features tender ground chicken, vibrant fresh basil, and a blend of delicious sauces that come together in no time. It’s the perfect solution for busy weeknights when you want a homemade dish without the long cooking hours. Plus, it’s versatile enough to accommodate various dietary preferences—simply swap proteins or add your favorite vegetables. Get ready to impress your family or guests with this one-pan wonder that’s both easy to prepare and delightful to eat!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup brown onion or shallot, diced
- 8 oz ground chicken
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup Thai basil or regular basil
- 1 medium red chili, chopped
- 1 medium mild hot green pepper, chopped
- Avocado oil for cooking
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or 2 teaspoons liquid honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic chili sauce or sriracha
- 1 tablespoon plant-based oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable broth
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 2–3 stalks of green onion, for garnish
- More basil leaves
- Sesame seeds
- 2 fried eggs
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping garlic and green chilies.
- In a nonstick pan, heat avocado oil over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onions until soft, then add garlic and green chili.
- Add ground chicken and cook until no longer pink.
- Stir in sauces along with chopped red chili and basil; mix well until basil wilts.
- Serve over rice and garnish with more basil, green onions, sesame seeds, and a fried egg.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg