Description
Chicken Katsu is a classic Japanese dish that marries the art of Japanese culinary tradition with Western influences. Known for its golden, crispy panko crust and tender, juicy chicken interior, it’s a staple in Japanese comfort food. Easy to prepare and incredibly versatile, Chicken Katsu can be served with rice, shredded cabbage, or even in a sandwich.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups panko bread crumbs
- 1 cup vegetable oil, for frying
- Tonkatsu sauce, for serving
- Lemon wedges, for garnish (optional)
- Shredded cabbage, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
- Season the chicken on both sides with salt and pepper.
- Set Up the Breading Station:
- Use three shallow dishes: one with all-purpose flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko bread crumbs.
- Bread the Chicken:
- Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Dip it into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Finally, coat the chicken with panko bread crumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, fry the chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Remove the fried chicken and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve:
- Slice the Chicken Katsu into strips and serve with tonkatsu sauce, lemon wedges, and shredded cabbage, if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal per serving