Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Fried Rice
Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Fried Rice layers tender chicken, garlicky heat, and fragrant jasmine rice with bursts of fresh basil and sweet red pepper. The fish sauce–oyster sauce blend brings deep umami and a gentle sweetness that balances the serrano kick. Serve it hot for a weeknight dinner or a quick crowd-pleasing lunch when you crave bold Thai flavors.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Assemble all the ingredients.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the oyster sauce, fish sauce, and sugar; set aside.
- 3
Heat the oil in a wok over medium-high until it just starts to smoke. Add the garlic and Serrano peppers and stir rapidly.
- 4
Add the chicken, bell pepper, onion, and the oyster sauce mixture; cook until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear.
- 5
Turn the heat to high and add the chilled rice; stir briskly until the sauce is evenly mixed into the rice. Use the back of a spoon to break up any rice that is clumped together.
- 6
Take the wok off the heat. Stir in the basil leaves. Garnish with sliced cucumber and cilantro.
- Calories 761.82 kcal High
- Protein 28.33 g Good Source
- Carbs 117.15 g Moderate
- Total Fat 19.24 g High
- Saturated Fat 0.04 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 46.87 mg Moderate
- Sodium 1002.07 mg High
- Fiber 1.1 g Low Source
- Sugar 3.46 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 1.77 g Low Source
- Calcium 59.46 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.36 mg Low Source
- Potassium 174.73 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 175.68 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 45.62 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Gluten
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About This Recipe
Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Fried Rice is a Thai dinner recipe made with 13 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Chicken Breast, Cucumber, Fish Sauce, and Fresh Basil. Each serving provides about 761.82 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Fried Rice?
- It is a Thai recipe made with 13 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Fried Rice made of?
- The main ingredients are Chicken Breast, Cucumber, Fish Sauce, Fresh Basil, Fresh Cilantro. The full list of 13 is above.
- What goes well with Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Fried Rice?
- Explore these Thai side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Fried Rice?
- About 40 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 761.82 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Fried Rice easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 13 ingredients and 6 steps.
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