Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow)
A quick, savory stir-fry that pairs fragrant basil with punchy fish sauce and chiles for a bright, satisfying meal. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s built for busy weeknights but tastes like you spent more time on it.
1 lb ground chicken, lean
2 tbsp vegetable oil
4 clove garlic, finely chopped
4 bird's eye chiles, thinly sliced (adjust to taste)
1 shallot, thinly sliced
2 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp light soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp brown sugar
2 tbsp water
1 bunch thai basil, leaves picked
1 lime, cut into wedges
2 cup jasmine rice, uncooked
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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