Thai Basil Chicken Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• 12 oz chicken breast
• 1 cup fresh Thai basil (or regular basil)
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 tsp fresh ginger
• 1 to 2 red chili (or Thai chili)(optional)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water
• 1 tbsp neutral oil (such as canola or vegetable)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (10 minutes): Slice chicken thinly. Mince garlic and ginger. Finely chop chili. Tear basil leaves. Mix soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, cornstarch, and water in a small bowl until smooth.

2. 2

   Cook (18 minutes): Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add oil. Add chicken in a single layer and cook, stirring occasionally, until mostly cooked through, about 8 minutes.

3. 3

   Add garlic, ginger, and chili; stir-fry 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.

4. 4

   Pour in the sauce and stir to coat. Simmer and stir until the sauce thickens and chicken is fully cooked, about 5 to 6 minutes.

5. 5

   Turn off heat and add basil; toss just until wilted, about 1 minute. Serve immediately.