Fried Chicken Katsu with Panko – Golden & Crunchy Goodness
Crispy, golden, and juicy, this Fried Chicken Katsu with Panko is the ultimate comfort dish. Perfectly breaded chicken fried to crunchy perfection and served with tangy tonkatsu sauce makes it a family favorite. Pair it with steamed rice and fresh veggies for a complete meal.
Equipment
- skillet
- Tongs
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts or 4 chicken thighs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
- 1/4 cup tonkatsu sauce for serving
Instructions
- Pound chicken to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
- Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Dredge in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to 350°F.
- Fry chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer to a wire rack or paper towels and rest for 5 minutes.
- Slice and serve with rice, shredded cabbage, and tonkatsu sauce.
Notes
For extra crispiness, lightly toast the panko before breading the chicken.
Nutrition
Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 640mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg
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