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Flavorful Thai Basil Chicken Pad Krapow Recipe with Spicy Garlic Sauce Easy and Best

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A quick and easy Thai basil chicken recipe featuring a spicy garlic sauce that delivers authentic street food flavor, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ground chicken (or finely chopped chicken thighs for more juiciness)
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3–4 Thai bird’s eye chilies, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or peanut oil)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water or chicken broth
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves (holy basil or sweet basil)
  • Optional: 1 small shallot, thinly sliced
  • Steamed jasmine rice (for serving)
  • Optional fried egg (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Mince the garlic and finely chop the Thai bird’s eye chilies (remove seeds if less heat preferred). Thinly slice the shallot if using. Rinse and pat dry the Thai basil leaves.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking (about 1-2 minutes).
  3. Add minced garlic, chopped chilies, and shallot. Stir-fry for 30-45 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Add ground chicken, crumble evenly in the wok, and stir constantly for 5-6 minutes until cooked through but still juicy.
  5. Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and sprinkle sugar over the chicken. Stir well to combine. Add 2 tablespoons of water or chicken broth to keep moist.
  6. Toss in fresh Thai basil leaves and stir for 30 seconds until wilted and fragrant.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with more fish sauce, sugar, or chilies as desired.
  8. Serve immediately over steamed jasmine rice and top with a crispy fried egg if desired.

Notes

Use fresh garlic and chilies for best flavor. Avoid burning garlic to prevent bitterness. Add basil last and stir just enough to wilt. If sauce dries too fast, add a splash more water or broth. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari and use gluten-free oyster sauce. Fried egg topping is traditional and adds richness.

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Keywords: Thai basil chicken, Pad Krapow, spicy garlic sauce, Thai recipe, quick dinner, easy Thai food, ground chicken recipe

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