STIR-FRIED BASIL CHICKEN

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Fresh basil is a standout in this easy-to- make entree from Mildred Sherrer, a field editor in Fort Worth, Texas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
1-3/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
3 green onions, sliced
6 teaspoons canola oil, divided
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
6 cups sliced bok choy
1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large resealable bag, combine the water, soy sauce and sugar; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes., In a wok or skillet, stir-fry the onions in 1 teaspoon oil until crisp-tender. Stir in garlic and pepper flakes; cook and stir for 1 minute. Remove and keep warm. , Drain and discard any marinade from chicken. In the same wok, stir-fry chicken in 3 teaspoons oil for 4-5 minutes or until juices run clear. , Meanwhile, in another skillet, saute the bok choy in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Add onion mixture to chicken. Stir in basil; heat through. Serve with bok choy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 307mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 44g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

abufatuma yusuf
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This is one of my favorite Thai dishes. It's always a hit with my friends and family. I usually make it with chicken, but it would also be good with shrimp or tofu.


Venti Bard
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The basil and chili peppers give it a nice kick, and the coconut milk makes it creamy and rich. I usually serve it with jasmine rice and a side of vegetables.


Stephanie Reyes
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I usually make a big batch of chicken on the weekend and then use it to make this dish during the week. It's a quick and easy meal that's always a hit with my family.


Alam Zaib
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and flavorful meal. The chicken is cooked in a light sauce that's packed with vegetables. I usually serve it with brown rice and a side of steamed broccoli.


Md Ruyadul
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I love how easy this dish is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal. I usually serve it with rice and a side of vegetables.


Stephany Achieng
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This is one of my favorite Thai dishes. It's always a hit with my friends and family. I usually make it with chicken, but it would also be good with shrimp or tofu.


Md Alanin
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The basil and chili peppers give it a nice kick, and the coconut milk makes it creamy and rich. I usually serve it with jasmine rice and a side of vegetables.


Bangaly Babu
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I usually make a big batch of chicken on the weekend and then use it to make this dish during the week. It's a quick and easy meal that's always a hit with my family.


Sono Queen
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and not too spicy. I will definitely be making this again.


matayo harmon
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and flavorful meal. The chicken is cooked in a light sauce that's packed with vegetables. I usually serve it with brown rice and a side of steamed broccoli.


nayen miah
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's made with just a few ingredients, but it's packed with flavor. I usually make it with chicken thighs, but it would also be good with shrimp or tofu.


Issah Reuben
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This is one of my favorite Thai dishes. The chicken is always tender and flavorful, and the sauce is perfectly balanced. I usually serve it with jasmine rice and a side of vegetables.


ANAM Queen
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I'm a beginner cook and this recipe was easy to follow. The chicken turned out perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I served it with rice and it was a great meal. I will definitely be making this again.


rajesh nair
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I made a double batch of the sauce because I knew it would be popular. I will definitely be making this again for future parties.


Adele martinez
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This is one of my favorite recipes to make for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and delicious. I usually serve it with jasmine rice and a side of vegetables.


Md Ontim
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I'm not a big fan of basil, but I decided to try this recipe anyway and I'm so glad I did! The basil flavor was subtle and not overpowering, and it paired perfectly with the chicken and sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


mar khoor
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The chicken was cooked through but still juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and not too spicy. I served it with jasmine rice and it was a per


Mahad Mahad
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This stir-fried basil chicken was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was perfectly balanced between sweet, savory, and spicy. I will definitely be making this again.