Meat and Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Breaded Chicken Chicken Katsu 4.7 (918) 660 Reviews 212 Photos Chicken katsu is Japanese-style fried chicken. This is my family recipe and can also be used to make tonkatsu by using pork cutlets instead of chicken. Serve with white rice and tonkatsu sauce. Submitted by sakuraiiko Updated on October 11, 2024 Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen The Allrecipes Test Kitchen staff are a team of culinary pros who make and vet recipes using only equipment you'd find in a home kitchen. Staff credentials vary but include training at the Culinary Institute of America; kitchen stints in fine dining restaurants; and countless hours in the test kitchen itself. Meet the Allrecipes Test Kitchen Save Rate Print Share Add Photo 212 212 212 212 Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings: 4 Jump to Nutrition Facts Jump to recipe Make restaurant-worthy chicken katsu at home with this top-rated recipe. You won't believe how quickly it comes together with simple ingredients! What Is Katsu? Katsu is a Japanese dish of crispy fried cutlets coated with Panko bread crumbs. Popular varieties are chicken katsu (like this recipe) and tonkatsu (which is made with pork). How to Make Chicken Katsu You'll find a detailed ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the recipe below, but let's go over the basics: Chicken Katsu Ingredients These are the ingredients you'll need to make this chicken katsu recipe at home: · Chicken: You'll need four skinless, boneless chicken breast halves.· Seasonings: This chicken katsu recipe is simply seasoned with salt and pepper.· Flour: All-purpose flour helps seal in the moisture, adds flavor, and promotes browning.· Egg: An egg adds moisture and gives the Panko something to stick to.· Panko: Panko bread crumbs are responsible for katsu's signature crunch.· Oil: Opt for a neutral oil with a high smoke point, such as canola or vegetable oil. How to Make Chicken Katsu At Home Here's a brief overview of what you can expect when you make homemade chicken katsu: 1. Season the chicken, then dredge in flour.2. Coat each breast in egg, then press into the Panko.3. Fry the chicken katsu until golden brown. What to Serve With Chicken Katsu In need of some serving inspiration? Try pairing your chicken katsu with tonkatsu sauce and one of these irresistible side dishes: · Kombu Seaweed Salad· Japanese-Style Cabbage Salad· Miso Soup Eat How to Store Chicken Katsu Allow the chicken katsu to cool completely, then store your leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in the oven or in the microwave. Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise "This was so easy and so yummy," raves Sarah. "The whole family loved every bite. I served it with white rice and sweet and sour sauce." "Made exactly as instructed with one exception — I didn't have Panko, so I pulsed some herb-seasoned breadcrumbs in the food processor," says Melnal. "Delicious, inexpensive, and easy to make," according to EmptyRecipe. "It will make you think twice why you would ever order this at a restaurant." Editorial contributions by Corey Williams Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1x 2x 4x Oops! Something went wrong. Our team is working on it. Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - pounded to ½-inch thickness salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 egg, beaten 1 cup panko bread crumbs 1 cup oil for frying, or as needed Directions Season chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper. Place flour, beaten egg, and panko crumbs into separate shallow dishes. Coat chicken breasts in flour, shaking off any excess; dip into egg, and then press into panko crumbs until well coated on both sides. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken in the hot oil, and fry until golden brown, 3 or 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Mitsuha Kirigaija Recipe Tip Try serving this with Japanese salad dressing for dipping. Editor's Notes: Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of breading ingredients. The actual amount of breading consumed will vary. We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used. I Made It Print 1,751 home cooks made it! Nutrition Facts (per serving) 297 Calories 11g Fat 22g Carbs 31g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Calories 297 % Daily Value * Total Fat 11g 15% Saturated Fat 2g 12% Cholesterol 118mg 39% Sodium 251mg 11% Total Carbohydrate 22g 8% Dietary Fiber 0g 0% Total Sugars 0g Protein 31g 62% Calcium 20mg 2% Iron 1mg 7% Potassium 239mg 5% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.