Sep 24 2026
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Pad Ka Pao (chicken Only) Recipe

Inspired by Phở Lena
Time30m
Serves4

Lunch J.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Gather all the ingredients and prepare them by mincing the garlic, chopping the chilies, and washing the basil leaves.

  2. 2

    Cook the Chicken

    Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped chilies, sautéing until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

  3. 3

    Add Chicken

    Add the ground chicken to the skillet. Stir-fry until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

  4. 4

    Season the Mixture

    Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

  5. 5

    Add Basil

    Turn off the heat and fold in the fresh basil leaves until they wilt slightly.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve the Pad Ka Pao over cooked jasmine rice. Top with a fried egg if desired.

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