
Thai Basil Chicken Burrito with Coconut Rice
15min
30min
1
435
Chef's Note
For authentic Thai flavor, try to find Thai holy basil (bai graprow) rather than Italian basil. If you can't find it, regular basil will work but add a pinch of star anise powder to mimic some of the unique flavor. For a spicier version, add a minced Thai bird's eye chili with the garlic.
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Ingredients
1/3 cup jasmine rice
1/3 cup coconut milk (light)
1/4 cup water
4 oz boneless skinless chicken breast
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup red bell pepper
1/4 cup carrot
1 tsp fish sauce
1 tsp low-sodium soy sauce
1 tsp lime juice
1/2 tsp brown sugar
1/4 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
1 large whole wheat tortilla (10-inch)
1 tsp olive oil
1/4 tsp red chili flakes
2 tbsp bean sprouts
Instructions
- 1
Rinse 1/3 cup jasmine rice until water runs clear. In a small saucepan, combine the rice with 1/3 cup light coconut milk and 1/4 cup water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- 2
While rice cooks, dice 4 oz chicken breast into small cubes. Mince 2 cloves of garlic. Julienne 1/4 cup red bell pepper and 1/4 cup carrot.
- 3
In a small bowl, make the sauce by combining 1 tsp fish sauce, 1 tsp low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tsp lime juice, and 1/2 tsp brown sugar. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- 4
Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 5
Add diced chicken to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until nearly cooked through.
- 6
Add julienned bell pepper and carrot to the skillet, stir-fry for 2 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
- 7
Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stir to coat. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
- 8
Turn off heat and stir in 1/4 cup fresh Thai basil leaves until just wilted.
- 9
Warm the whole wheat tortilla in a dry skillet or microwave for 15-20 seconds.
- 10
Spread the coconut rice in the center of the tortilla. Top with the Thai basil chicken mixture and 2 tbsp bean sprouts.
- 11
Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll tightly from the bottom up to form a burrito.
- 12
For freezing: Let the burrito cool completely, then wrap tightly in aluminum foil and place in a freezer-safe bag. To reheat, remove foil and microwave for 2-3 minutes, flipping halfway through, or heat in a 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
435
27g
49g
15g
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