Spicy Basil Chicken

Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 servings

Description

This spicy basil chicken recipe is slightly sweet with vibrant, flavor that captures the essence of genuine Thai cuisine. Serve it with steamed rice.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons chili oil
3 hot chile peppers
2 cloves garlic
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into bite-size pieces
1 1/2 teaspoons white sugar
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup fresh mushrooms
1 cup chopped onions
5 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 bunch fresh basil leaves

Directions

1 Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chile peppers and garlic; cook until fragrant and just beginning to brown. Add chicken, sugar, garlic salt, and black pepper; cook until chicken is no longer pink but not cooked through.
2 Add mushrooms, onion, and oyster sauce; cook until onion is tender and chicken juices run clear. Off heat, stir in basil. Let sit before serving for 2 minutes.