Thai Basil Chicken Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2.5 cups jasmine rice, cooked
• 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves, roughly chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium shallot, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp fish sauce
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes, optional, for spice

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small bowl, combine the fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Stir to dissolve the sugar and set aside.

2. 2

   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the chicken and stir-fry until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.