Description
Coconut Basil Chicken is a flavorful dish made with tender chicken thighs cooked in a creamy coconut milk sauce, infused with fresh basil, garlic, and ginger.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 (14 ounces) coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
- 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.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the coconut milk, fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Stir in the chopped basil and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the basil is wilted.
- Serve the coconut basil chicken over cooked rice and enjoy!
Notes
- For a spicier version, add sliced red chili peppers or a dash of sriracha to the sauce.
- Substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts or shrimp for a different protein option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg