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Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow)

Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow)

A fiery and fragrant Thai stir-fry featuring ground chicken, fresh basil, and a savory sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight meal. This dish is known for its balance of spicy, savory, and aromatic flavors.

25 minutesServes 4 servingsEasyskilletchicken
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Ingredients

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Main

  • 1½ lb ground chicken
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3-5 Thai bird's eye chilies, minced (adjust to spice preference)
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves, packed

Sauce

  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • ¼ cup chicken broth or water

For Serving (Optional)

  • 4 cups jasmine rice, cooked
  • 4 fried eggs

Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a small bowl, whisk together the oyster sauce, fish sauce, dark soy sauce, and sugar. Add the chicken broth or water and mix until well combined. Set aside.

    ~2 min

  2. 2

    Sauté Aromatics

    Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onion and stir-fry for 2 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and chilies and continue to stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

    ~3 min

  3. 3

    Cook the Chicken

    Add the ground chicken to the skillet. Break it apart with a spoon and cook, stirring occasionally, until it is no longer pink and is fully cooked through. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Ensure the ground chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

    ~7 min

  4. 4

    Combine with Sauce

    Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked chicken and aromatics. Stir well to coat all the ingredients evenly. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.

    ~2 min

  5. 5

    Add Basil

    Remove the skillet from the heat. Add the fresh Thai basil leaves and stir them into the chicken mixture until they just wilt, for about 30 seconds. Do not overcook the basil, as it will lose its vibrant flavor and color.

    ~1 min

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve immediately over hot jasmine rice. For an authentic touch, top each serving with a fried egg.

    ~1 min

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