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Coconut Basil Chicken: A Flavorful Dinner Delight!

Coconut Basil Chicken is a flavorful dish featuring tender chicken thighs cooked in a creamy coconut milk sauce with fresh basil and aromatic spices.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 can 13.5 ounces coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • Cooked jasmine rice for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the coconut milk, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  5. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lime juice and chopped basil.
  6. Serve the coconut basil chicken over cooked jasmine rice, garnished with additional basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add sliced red chili peppers or a dash of sriracha to the sauce.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs with boneless, skinless chicken breasts for a leaner option.

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