Description
Crispy Chicken Katsu is the ultimate comfort food with a satisfying crunch and savory flavor. This Japanese classic features crispy, golden-brown breaded chicken served with a tangy tonkatsu sauce, making it perfect for a cozy dinner or impressing guests. The best part? It’s quick, easy, and incredibly satisfying.
Ingredients
For this delicious crispy dish, gather the following ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 beaten eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- Tonkatsu sauce (for serving)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound them to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Set Up Your Breading Station: Arrange three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs. This makes it easy to coat the chicken evenly.
- Bread the Chicken: Coat each chicken breast in flour, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the beaten eggs, then press it into the panko breadcrumbs, ensuring an even coating.
- Heat the Oil: Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Test the oil with a small piece of breadcrumb; if it sizzles, the oil is ready.
- Fry the Chicken: Carefully add the breaded chicken to the hot oil. Fry for about 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Avoid overcrowding the skillet.
- Drain Excess Oil: Transfer the cooked chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Notes
- Use Panko Breadcrumbs: They create a light, airy, and crispy crust that’s key to Chicken Katsu’s texture.
- Maintain Oil Temperature: Keep the oil at a consistent temperature to avoid greasy or unevenly cooked chicken.
- Customize the Flavor: Add garlic powder or paprika to the flour for extra flavor.
- Serve Sliced: Slicing the chicken into strips makes it easier to enjoy with chopsticks or a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese