Instant Pot: Thai Basil Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups basil leaves, packed (Thai preferred)
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon chili garlic sauce
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1 1/2 lbs ground chicken
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1171g | |
| Calories 1367 | |
| Calories from Fat 740 | 54% |
| Total Fat 82.75g | 103% |
| Saturated Fat 19.52g | 78% |
| Trans Fat 0.48g | |
| Cholesterol 585mg | 195% |
| Sodium 5026mg | 209% |
| Potassium 4163mg | 119% |
| Total Carbs 31.05g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.5g | 12% |
| Sugars 18.59g | 12% |
| Protein 126.66g | 203% |
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