Chicken Katsu Recipe
Indulge in our Chicken Katsu, where tender, juicy chicken is expertly coated in a crispy panko crust and fried to golden perfection. Served with a side of tangy tonkatsu sauce and a refreshing cabbage slaw, this dish offers a delightful crunch and savory flavor in every bite. Perfectly paired with steamed rice, it's a comforting classic that will leave you craving more!
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- 2
Set up Breading Station
Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Dredge each chicken breast first in flour, then dip into the eggs, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing down to adhere.
- 4
Fry the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the breaded chicken breasts and fry for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Serve
Slice the chicken katsu into strips and serve with tonkatsu sauce, shredded cabbage, and lemon wedges on the side.
