Easy Slow Cooker Thai Chicken with Basil

The secret ingredient for this recipe is Thai basil which has a unique taste. Most Asian markets have it and well stocked supermarkets as well. You can substitute with regular basil, but it won't have the typical Thai flavor.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 6 hr
• Total Time: 6 hr 15 mins
• Calories: 127 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
• 1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger
• 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast, cubed
• 3 fresh red Thai chile peppers, minced
• ½ cup chopped Thai basil, or to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine chicken, bell pepper, soy sauce, fish sauce, Thai chile, lime juice, rice vinegar, and ginger in a slow cooker.

Step 2

Cook on Low until chicken is tender, about 5 1/2 hours. Add basil and cook until wilted into the sauce, about 30 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.