A quick 20-minute high-protein dinner with bold garlic chili flavor.
Recipe Overview
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Protein Per Serving: ~34g
- Calories Per Serving: ~390
- Carbs: ~10g
- Fat: ~23g
(Macros calculated using 93% lean ground chicken and sauce only. Rice not included.)
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs ground chicken (93% lean)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2–3 Thai red chilies, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp avocado or neutral oil
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp dark soy sauce (for color, optional)
- 1 tsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
- 1–2 tbsp water (if needed)
Optional for serving:
- Steamed jasmine rice
- Fried eggs (traditional Thai style)
- Lime wedges
Directions
- Prep Sauce: In a small bowl, mix oyster sauce, soy sauce, dark soy (if using), fish sauce, and brown sugar. Set aside.
- Heat Oil: Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Aromatics: Add garlic and chilies. Stir-fry 20–30 seconds until fragrant (do not burn).
- Cook Chicken: Add ground chicken. Break apart and cook 4–5 minutes until mostly browned.
- Add Sauce: Pour in prepared sauce. Stir well and cook another 2–3 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and slightly caramelized. Add a splash of water if needed.
- Finish with Basil: Turn off heat and fold in Thai basil. Stir until wilted.
- Serve: Spoon over hot jasmine rice and top with a crispy fried egg if desired.
Busy Family Protein Tips
- Double the batch for meal prep bowls.
- Serve with cauliflower rice for lower carbs.
- Add diced green beans or bell peppers for extra volume and nutrients.
