Thai Stir-Fried Basil Chicken with Jasmine Rice

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A fragrant Thai stir-fry featuring minced chicken, lots of fresh basil, and a savory-spicy sauce served over fluffy jasmine rice. This thai-inspired stir fry ready in about 30 minutes pairs minced chicken, minced garlic cloves, sliced thin Thai bird’s eye chilies for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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: 20 min Serves 4 Thai cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear, then combine with 1 1/4 cups water in a pot. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is fluffy.
  2. Step 2: While rice cooks, heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 3 thinly sliced Thai bird’s eye chilies, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 lb minced chicken to the pan and cook, breaking apart with a spatula, for 5-6 minutes until fully cooked and starting to brown.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 2 tbsp fish sauce, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1 tsp white sugar, cooking for another 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the chicken.
  6. Step 6: Turn off heat and fold in 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves until wilted and aromatic.
  7. Step 7: Serve the stir-fried basil chicken hot over the freshly cooked jasmine rice.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Thai Stir-Fried Basil Chicken with Jasmine Rice take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Thai Stir-Fried Basil Chicken with Jasmine Rice?

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 minced chicken from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Thai Stir-Fried Basil Chicken with Jasmine Rice?

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 Thai Stir-Fried Basil Chicken with Jasmine Rice 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 Thai Stir-Fried Basil Chicken with Jasmine Rice?

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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