Description
Chicken Katsu is a delightful Japanese dish that combines tender chicken with a crispy, golden-brown exterior created by panko breadcrumbs. This flavorful meal offers a satisfying crunch followed by juicy, seasoned meat in every bite. Perfect for any occasion, Chicken Katsu can be served as a main course or sliced for sandwiches, making it versatile and family-friendly. Pair it with a savory sauce and fresh sides like cabbage salad or steamed rice for a complete dining experience. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this easy-to-make dish is sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- Cooking oil (vegetable or canola)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons mirin
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts into uniform cutlets for even cooking.
- Set up a breading station with one bowl of flour, another with beaten eggs, and the third with panko breadcrumbs mixed with salt and pepper.
- Dredge each cutlet in flour, dip in egg, and coat thoroughly with panko.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering (approximately 350°F/175°C).
- Fry the breaded chicken cutlets for about 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of at least 165°F/74°C).
- Drain on paper towels before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 95mg