Stir-fried Chicken with Chillies & Basil
A quick Thai-style chicken stir-fry with garlic, shallots, chillies, savoury sauces, and fresh basil.
- 25 min
- 250 kcal
- Thai
Mellowpan tip: Ready in 25 min. A good one for a busy weeknight.
Ingredients
For 4 servings
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Steps
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Step 1:
Heat a wok or large frying pan until very hot, then add 1 tablespoon of the oil.
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Step 2:
Add the chicken and stir-fry over high heat for 8–10 minutes, until browned all over.
8–10 min -
Step 3:
Use a slotted spoon to remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
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Step 4:
Reheat the wok and add the remaining oil.
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Step 5:
Add the garlic and shallots and stir-fry for 3 minutes, until golden brown.
3 min -
Step 6:
Return the chicken to the wok and add the chillies, fish sauce, dark soy sauce, and sugar.
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Step 7:
Stir-fry over high heat for a further 8–10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
8–10 min -
Step 8:
Stir in the basil leaves and serve at once.
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