Katsu Chicken
Crispy, golden perfection meets bold, savory flavors in this irresistible Katsu Chicken recipe! Featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a crunchy layer of panko breadcrumbs, this Japanese-inspired dish achieves a perfect balance of texture and taste. The chicken is seasoned with salt and pepper, then breaded through a simple three-step process of flour, eggs, and panko before being shallow-fried to a stunning golden brown. Pair it with a tangy and rich tonkatsu sauce for the ultimate bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this family-friendly recipe serves four and is ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Whether you’re craving comfort food or exploring Japanese cuisine, Katsu Chicken is sure to elevate your culinary repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup tonkatsu sauce
Instructions
Place each chicken breast between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound with a meat mallet to achieve an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Set up three shallow bowls for the breading process. Fill the first with flour, the second with beaten eggs, and the third with panko breadcrumbs.
Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, ensuring it is fully coated. Shake off any excess flour.
Dip the floured chicken into the beaten eggs, making sure it is completely covered.
Finally, press the chicken into the panko breadcrumbs, coating both sides generously.
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot. Test the oil by dropping in a small piece of breadcrumb; it should sizzle immediately.
Carefully place the breaded chicken breasts in the hot oil, cooking 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the skillet and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Slice the katsu chicken into strips and serve immediately with tonkatsu sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3862 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 247.6 g | 317% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.9 g | 200% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 134.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 944 mg | 315% | |
| Sodium | 4860 mg | 211% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.8 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.7 g | ||
| Protein | 247.9 g | 496% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 192 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 451 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
