Ingredients
Noodles and Sauce
- 8 ounces wide rice noodles
- 1/3 cup oyster sauce
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Protein and Vegetables
- 1/2 onion, sliced thin
- 1 pound chicken breast, chopped into bite-size pieces
- 2 red Thai chilis, seeds removed and chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced thin
- 4 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup Thai basil leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the noodles: Cook the wide rice noodles according to the package instructions until just al dente. Immediately rinse with cold water to halt the cooking process and set aside to prevent sticking during stir-frying.
- Make the sauce: Whisk together oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and water in a bowl. Set the sauce mixture aside for later use.
- Cook the chicken: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped chicken breast, sprinkle with salt, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté vegetables: Add vegetable oil to the skillet. Add sliced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in chopped red Thai chilis, sliced red bell pepper, and green onions, cooking for another 4-5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Combine and toss: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the drained noodles, prepared sauce, and Thai basil leaves. Toss everything together thoroughly to coat the noodles and ingredients evenly in the sauce.
- Finish cooking: Continue to cook and stir for a few more minutes until the entire dish is heated through and the flavors meld. Serve hot immediately.
Notes
- Cook noodles just until al dente to avoid mushiness during stir-frying.
- Adjust the number of Thai chilis to control the spice level.
- Use fresh Thai basil for the authentic aromatic flavor.
- This dish is best served immediately for optimal texture and flavor.
- Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for different protein options.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
