Fresh Farm-Style Thai Basil Chicken Stir Fry

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A bright and savory stir fry featuring ground chicken, aromatic Thai basil, fresh chili, and garlic for a quick, vibrant meal. This thai-inspired stir fry ready in about 25 minutes pairs Ground chicken, tightly packed Fresh Thai basil leaves, Garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Thai cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 2 sliced fresh red Thai chilies, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb ground chicken and break it apart with a spatula. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and starting to brown.
  3. Step 3: Toss in 1 small thinly sliced white onion and stir-fry for 2 minutes until slightly softened.
  4. Step 4: Add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp fish sauce, and 1 tsp palm sugar. Stir well to coat the chicken and cook another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the meat.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves until wilted but still bright green. Serve immediately with steamed jasmine rice.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Fresh Farm-Style Thai Basil Chicken Stir Fry take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Fresh Farm-Style Thai Basil Chicken Stir Fry?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground chicken from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Fresh Farm-Style Thai Basil Chicken Stir Fry?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Fresh Farm-Style Thai Basil Chicken Stir Fry for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Fresh Farm-Style Thai Basil Chicken Stir Fry?

Thai stir fry like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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