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moribyan crispy chicken katsu

Crispy Chicken Katsu

Emma
This crispy chicken katsu recipe is the ultimate homemade comfort food. With a perfectly golden, crunchy panko crust and juicy chicken inside, it’s easy to make and better than takeout. Paired with a sweet and tangy katsu sauce, this dish will become a weeknight favorite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 4
Calories 530 kcal

Equipment

  • Meat mallet
  • Shallow bowls (x3)
  • Frying pan
  • Tongs
  • Paper towels
  • whisk

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:

  • 4 skinless boneless 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:

  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sugar

Instructions
 

Prep the Chicken

  • Pound chicken breasts to 1/2 inch thickness. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

Set Up Breading Station

  • Place flour, beaten eggs, and panko in three separate shallow dishes.

Bread the Chicken

  • Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip into eggs, then press firmly into panko to ensure a thick, crunchy coating.

Fry the Chicken

  • Heat about 1 inch of oil in a frying pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Don’t overcrowd the pan. Transfer to paper towels.

Make the Sauce

  • In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and sugar.

Serve

  • Slice and serve over rice with cabbage and cucumber, or in a sandwich with lettuce, tomato, and katsu sauce mayo.

Notes

For a baked version, lightly oil the breaded chicken and bake at 425°F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
Let fried chicken rest on paper towels before serving to retain crispiness.
Great as a bowl, sandwich, or traditional Japanese-style meal with miso soup and rice.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Crispy Chicken Katsu
Amount per Serving
Calories
530
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
28
g
43
%
Cholesterol
 
145
mg
48
%
Sodium
 
710
mg
31
%
Potassium
 
520
mg
15
%
Carbohydrates
 
32
g
11
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
4
g
4
%
Protein
 
36
g
72
%
Vitamin A
 
250
IU
5
%
Vitamin C
 
3
mg
4
%
Calcium
 
60
mg
6
%
Iron
 
2.1
mg
12
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword chicken katsu, crispy chicken, homemade katsu, Japanese fried chicken, katsu sauce, panko chicken
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