Stir-Fried Chicken with Garlic and Basil

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-06 · Updated 2026-06-06

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A popular Thai-style stir-fry combining tender chicken with fragrant garlic and fresh basil leaves, perfect for a quick flavorful dinner. This Thai-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs chicken breast, vegetable oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 3, 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: 10 min Serves 3 Thai cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz, thinly sliced chicken breast
2 tbsp vegetable oil
5 cloves, minced garlic cloves
1 cup, loosely packed fresh basil leaves
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp fish sauce
1 tsp sugar
1 small, sliced (optional) red chili
1/4 tsp white pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 5 minced garlic cloves and 1 small sliced red chili, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 2: Add 12 oz thinly sliced chicken breast to the wok and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and lightly golden at the edges.
Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp fish sauce, and 1 tsp sugar. Mix well and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 4: Toss in 1 cup fresh basil leaves and sprinkle 1/4 tsp white pepper. Stir quickly for 30 seconds until the basil wilts but retains its bright green color. Serve immediately.