STIR-FRIED BASIL CHICKEN

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Fresh basil is a standout in this easy-to- make entree from Mildred Sherrer, a field editor in Fort Worth, Texas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
1-3/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
3 green onions, sliced
6 teaspoons canola oil, divided
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
6 cups sliced bok choy
1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large resealable bag, combine the water, soy sauce and sugar; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes., In a wok or skillet, stir-fry the onions in 1 teaspoon oil until crisp-tender. Stir in garlic and pepper flakes; cook and stir for 1 minute. Remove and keep warm. , Drain and discard any marinade from chicken. In the same wok, stir-fry chicken in 3 teaspoons oil for 4-5 minutes or until juices run clear. , Meanwhile, in another skillet, saute the bok choy in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Add onion mixture to chicken. Stir in basil; heat through. Serve with bok choy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 307mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 44g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Engy Aly
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I'm not a huge fan of basil, but I really enjoyed this dish.


Valerie Sosa
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I love the spicy kick of this stir-fried basil chicken.


Rana Muzmmail
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This stir-fried basil chicken is a great weeknight meal.


Dominique Bright
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This stir-fried basil chicken is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Husnain Shahzad
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I'm a vegetarian, so I made this stir-fried basil chicken with tofu instead of chicken.


Sserubidde Akon
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Hirwa Samuel
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I made this stir-fried basil chicken for a party and it was a huge hit!


Dar Liter
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This stir-fried basil chicken is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Elena Noor
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I loved the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow and the ingredients are easy to find. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


Bilawal Bs
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This stir-fried basil chicken is a great weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the sauce is delicious.


Mohd Rosdin
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I'm not a fan of basil, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce was flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again, even though I'm not a huge fan of basil.


Justin Hridoy
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This stir-fried basil chicken is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved it! I served it with rice and they ate everything on their plates.


Rachel Adikong
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I'm a vegetarian, so I made this stir-fried basil chicken with tofu instead of chicken. It turned out great! The tofu was crispy and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I served it with rice and it was a hit with my family.


Karen Hersman
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I love the spicy kick of this stir-fried basil chicken. I added a little extra chili pepper to the sauce and it was perfect. It's a great dish for a cold night.


Tiana Senior
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some leftover grilled chicken and I used it to make this stir-fried basil chicken. It turned out great! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious.


flowers
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I made this stir-fried basil chicken for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I even had people asking me for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper.


Wahid Nuhu
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This stir-fried basil chicken is a great weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


NALUKWAGO TEDDY
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I'm not a huge fan of basil, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce was flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again, even though I'm not a huge fan of basil.


tai mansell
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I loved the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow and the ingredients are easy to find. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I served it with rice and it was a hit with my family.


Louis Evens
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This stir-fried basil chicken is a winner! The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and addictive. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.