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Spicy Basil Chicken

A quick, savory stir-fry of bite-sized chicken tossed in a spicy garlic-chili sauce with fresh basil.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • large nonstick skillet
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Measuring Cups
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk or fork
  • Spatula or tongs

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup shallots minced
  • 3 cloves garlic thinly sliced
  • 4 skinless boneless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 Tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 packet Stevia
  • 2 tsp lower-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 1/4 tsp chili paste with garlic
  • 1 tsp water
  • 1/2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1/8 tsp sea salt
  • 1/3 cup basil leaves sliced

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, then add the olive oil and swirl to coat the pan.
  • Add the minced shallots and sliced garlic to the skillet and cook about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  • Add the chicken pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, about 13 minutes until cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
  • While the chicken cooks, whisk together the fish sauce, Stevia, soy sauce, chili paste, water, cornstarch, and sea salt in a small bowl until smooth.
  • Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and cook about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
  • Remove the skillet from heat, stir in the sliced basil leaves until wilted, then serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use fresh basil for best flavor.
  • Adjust chili paste to taste for spiciness.
  • Slice garlic thinly so it cooks quickly.