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chicken basil fried rice

chicken basil fried rice: 7 flavors that will delight you

A delicious chicken basil fried rice recipe that combines tender chicken, fragrant basil, and flavorful rice.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • 200g chicken fillet, diced
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
  4. Push chicken to one side of the pan and pour in beaten egg, scrambling it.
  5. Add cooked rice, soy sauce, and fish sauce, mixing well.
  6. Stir in fresh basil and cook for another minute.
  7. Season with salt to taste and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use day-old rice for better texture.
  • Adjust seasoning based on your preference.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stir Fry
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: chicken basil fried rice, thai fried rice, basil rice, chicken rice