30-Minute Spicy Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow)
30-Minute Spicy Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow) is a quick, flavorful stir-fry that captures the essence of Thai street food. Featuring succulent chicken thighs, aromatic Thai basil, and a spicy kick from bird’s eye chilies, this dish comes together in just half an hour. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining friends, it promises to deliver an unforgettable culinary experience that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, diced
- 2 cups fresh Thai basil leaves
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3–4 bird's eye chili peppers, sliced (adjust for spice preference)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing and chopping everything.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté minced garlic and sliced chili peppers for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add diced chicken thighs and stir-fry until golden brown and cooked through (about five minutes).
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and a splash of water; pour over the chicken to simmer for another two minutes.
- Stir in fresh basil leaves until they wilt slightly (about one minute).
- Serve hot over rice or noodles with the sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For vegetarian options, substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp. - Add bell peppers or snap peas for extra veggies. - Adjust seasoning by tasting and modifying the soy sauce and sugar as needed.