Chicken and Basil Stir-Fry |
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Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Thai basil adds an anise nuance, and cinnamon basil contributes notes of spice to this quick chicken stir-fry; however, other basil varieties work well too. Serve with hot cooked rice. Asian fish sauce is available in most supermarkets and in Asian grocery stores. Ingredients:
1 pound boned, skinned chicken breast halves |
1 tablespoon vegetable oil |
1 tablespoon minced garlic |
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger |
1/4 teaspoon hot chili flakes |
2/3 cup fat-skimmed chicken broth |
1 tablespoon asian fish sauce (nuoc mam or nam pla) or soy sauce |
2 teaspoons cornstarch |
3 cups lightly packed fresh basil leaves (see notes), rinsed |
salt |
Directions:
1. Rinse chicken and pat dry. Cut crosswise into 1/8-inch-thick strips 2 to 3 inches long.
2. Place a 10- to 12-inch nonstick frying pan over high heat; when hot, add oil, garlic, ginger, chili flakes, and the chicken. Stir often until chicken is no longer pink in the center (cut to test), 3 to 4 minutes.
3. In a small bowl, mix broth, fish sauce, and cornstarch until smooth. Add to pan and stir until sauce is boiling, about 1 minute. Add basil leaves and stir just until barely wilted, about 30 seconds. Add salt to taste and pour into a serving bowl.
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