30-Minute Spicy Basil Ground Chicken

1Ingredients

• 1 poundGround chicken
• 2 tablespoonsVegetable oil
• 4 clovesGarlic, minced
• 1 mediumShallot, minced
• 2 countRed chilies (like serrano or Thai bird's eye), minced
• 2 tablespoonsSoy sauce (low sodium preferred)
• 1 tablespoonFish sauce
• 1 teaspoonBrown sugar
• 2 tablespoonsWater or chicken broth
• 1 cupFresh basil leaves (Thai basil or sweet basil)
• 4 servingsCooked jasmine rice, for serving

2Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and water or chicken broth. Set aside.

   ⏱ 2 min
2. 2

   Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic, shallot, and red chilies. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

   ⏱ 2 min
3. 3

   Add the ground chicken to the skillet. Break it apart with a spoon and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

   ⏱ 7 min
4. 4

   Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked chicken. Stir well to combine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and coat the chicken.

   ⏱ 3 min
5. 5

   Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the fresh basil leaves until they just wilt, about 1 minute. The residual heat will cook the basil perfectly.

   ⏱ 1 min
6. 6

   Serve immediately over hot jasmine rice. Garnish with additional fresh basil or a sliced chili if desired.

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