Zesty Thai Basil Chicken with Lime and Jasmine Rice

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup Thai basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon lime zest, freshly grated
• 2 cups jasmine rice, cooked

Method

1. 01
   Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. 02
   Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
3. 03
   Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
4. 04
   Stir in the soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and red chili flakes. Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
5. 05
   Add the Thai basil leaves and stir until just wilted.
6. 06
   Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice and lime zest.
7. 07
   Serve the basil chicken over cooked jasmine rice, garnished with additional lime wedges if desired.