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Chicken Katsu recipe

Chicken Katsu recipe

Chicken Katsu is a popular Japanese dish consisting of a breaded and deep-fried chicken cutlet, usually served with shredded cabbage, rice, and a savory sauce. The crispiness of the breading combined with the tender chicken inside makes it a beloved comfort food. The name "Katsu" comes from the Japanese word "katsuretsu" (カツレツ), which is a Japanese take on the Western cutlet.
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Prep Time 14 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 297
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • chicken breast halves skinless, boneless, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg whisked
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1 cup frying oil or as neede

Method
 

  1. Butterfly and/or pound your chicken breasts until they are 1/2 inch thick. Sprinkle both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper to your preference
  2. Arrange three separate shallow dishes. In the first dish, place the flour. In the second, pour the whisked egg. In the third, add the panko bread crumbs.
  3. Coat the chicken breasts in the flour, making sure to shake off any excess.
  4. Next, dip them into the egg, ensuring a complete coat.
  5. Finally, press them into the panko crumbs, ensuring they are well-coated on both sides.
  6. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the coated chicken into the oil. Fry until golden brown, which should take 3 or 4 minutes on each side.
  7. Carefully remove the chicken from the skillet and transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Chicken or pork? Why not both? You can totally use pork cutlets instead of chicken.
  • Pan-packing problems? Are you frying more than one or two cutlets at a time? Hold your horses! Crowding the pan is a no-no if you want crispy goodness.
  • Keep that temperature up. You want the oil to stay at around 340 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve it your way. From classic cabbage and tonkatsu sauce to a tasty katsu sandwich, there's a style for everyone.