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Spicy Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Kra Pao Gai)

Spicy Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Kra Pao Gai) - RecipeFund
Profile Picture of Dana Crawford on RecipeFundBy Dana Crawford

November 10, 2025

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This Spicy Thai Basil Chicken recipe, also known as Pad Kra Pao Gai, is a quick and easy dish packed with flavor. Ground chicken is stir-fried with fresh basil, chilies, garlic, and a savory-sweet sauce, creating a vibrant and aromatic meal. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner and can be customized to your preferred spice level. Serve it over rice for a complete and satisfying dish that brings the taste of Thailand to your table. Feel free to add extra vegetables like bell peppers or green beans for added texture and nutrition. The key to this dish is using fresh Thai basil for the authentic flavor. Adjust the amount of chilies according to your heat preference. Enjoy!

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground chicken - 1.3 can
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil - 3.0 half
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced - 4.8 cup
  • 2-3 Thai chilies, chopped (adjust to taste) - 8.8 inch
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce - 3.4 pt
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce - 6.9 to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce - 8.5 ml
  • 1 tablespoon sugar - 8.0 cup
  • 2 tablespoons water - 1.5 quarter
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves - 5.9 can

Cooking Steps

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and water. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and chopped chilies. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 3

Add ground chicken to the skillet and break it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and stir well to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.

Step 5

Add the fresh Thai basil leaves to the skillet and stir until wilted, about 1 minute.

Step 6

Remove from heat and serve immediately over rice. Garnish with a fried egg (optional).

Step 7

Enjoy your delicious Spicy Thai Basil Chicken!

# Gourmet# Freezer-Friendly# Picnic# Pressure-Cooked

  • Cooked rice, for serving - 3.8 pcs
  • Fried egg, for garnish (optional) - 2.2 fl oz
  • 4 Servings
    Prep Time0h 15m
    Cook Time0h 45m
    Total Time1h 0m

    Reviews (19 Reviews)

    Brian White5

    This is now a favorite! The flavor is incredible, and it’s so easy to make. I love the use of fresh basil. Perfect for a weeknight meal.

    Bob Williams3

    It was okay. I found the sauce a little too sweet for my taste, but the chicken itself was cooked well. I'll try adjusting the sugar next time. The basil was definitely the star of the show.

    Michael Brown4

    Very good. The instructions were clear, and the dish was easy to prepare. I used a different type of chili, which gave it a slightly different flavor profile, but it still tasted great. I'd make this again.

    Ethan Lewis4

    Easy to follow and the taste was fantastic. I used ground turkey instead of chicken and it worked great! The basil flavor was fresh and delicious.

    Sarah Anderson5

    This recipe is a game changer! It's quick, easy, and packed with flavor. The spiciness is perfect, and the fresh basil is the star. I've already shared the recipe with friends and family.

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