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Chicken Katsu

A crispy Japanese dish featuring tender chicken coated in panko breadcrumbs, served with tonkatsu sauce. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: chicken katsu, Japanese recipe, comfort food
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 400kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Tonkatsu sauce for serving
  • Green onions for garnish

Instructions

  • Flatten the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet.
  • Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  • Set up a breading station with flour, beaten egg, and panko breadcrumbs.
  • Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess.
  • Dip the floured chicken into the beaten egg, ensuring it’s fully coated.
  • Coat the chicken in panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot.
  • Carefully place the breaded chicken in the skillet and fry for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and drain on paper towels.
  • Slice the chicken katsu and serve with tonkatsu sauce and green onions.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 20g | Fiber: 2g