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Chicken Katsu 


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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 30min
  • Yield: 4servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Chicken Katsu is a crispy, tender Japanese dish made with breaded chicken served with a savory and tangy Katsu sauce. Easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying, this dish is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Paired with rice and shredded cabbage, it delivers a satisfying crunch and rich flavor.


Ingredients

For the Chicken:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 large eggs, beaten

2 cups panko breadcrumbs

Salt and pepper to taste

Vegetable oil for frying

For the Katsu Sauce:

¼ cup ketchup

2 tablespoons soy sauce

2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

1 tablespoon mirin (optional)

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1 teaspoon sugar


Instructions

For the Chicken:

  1. Prepare the chicken:
    Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Pound them to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. This ensures even cooking and keeps the chicken tender.

  2. Set up a breading station:
    In one shallow dish, add the flour and season it with salt and pepper. In a second dish, place the beaten eggs. In a third dish, add the panko breadcrumbs.

  3. Bread the chicken:
    Dredge each chicken breast first in the flour, shaking off any excess, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it in the panko breadcrumbs. Press the breadcrumbs gently to ensure they stick.

  4. Fry the chicken:
    Heat about ½ inch of vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil reaches around 350°F, carefully add the breaded chicken breasts. Fry each side for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked, with an internal temperature of 165°F.

For the Katsu Sauce:

  1. Prepare the sauce:
    In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, mirin, Dijon mustard, and sugar. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

  2. Serve:
    Once the chicken is fried, slice it into strips and drizzle the katsu sauce over the top. Serve with steamed rice and shredded cabbage on the side.

Notes

  • Vegetarian Katsu: Replace the chicken with eggplant or tofu for a vegetarian version of this dish. Slice the eggplant or tofu, bread, and fry as you would the chicken.

  • Sauce Variations: Experiment with teriyaki sauce or spicy mayo for a different twist.

  • Spicy Katsu: Add a dash of sriracha or chili flakes to the katsu sauce for some heat.

  • Prep Time: 15min
  • Cook Time: 15min
  • Category: chicken
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American