Spicy Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow Gai)

Name: Spicy Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow Gai)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: 0.33333334326744 cup chicken broth; 1 tablespoon oyster sauce; 1 tablespoon soy sauce, or as needed; 2 teaspoons fish sauce; 1 teaspoon white sugar; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, coarsely chopped; 0.25 cup sliced shallots; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons minced Thai chilies, Serrano, or other hot pepper; 1 cup very thinly sliced fresh basil leaves; 2 cups hot cooked rice

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:10min

Chef John's version of this classic Thai dish, made with freshly chopped chicken thighs and fresh basil, has a rich sauce that cooks down into a caramelized glaze.

Updated at: Thu, 21 Aug 2025 02:40:39 GMT