This homemade chicken katsu recipe tastes like something you'd get at a Japanese restaurant! It features panko breaded chicken cutlets fried until golden brown and crispy. Watch the video below to see how I make this in my kitchen!
Pound the chicken breasts into 1/2-inch thickness. Season both sides with salt and pepper and drizzle with soy sauce.
In one bowl, add the flour, in a second bowl, add the panko bread crumbs, and in the third, add the egg.
Dip each chicken breast fillet in the flour, followed by the egg, then the panko bread crumbs.
Add oil to a non-stick pan. Once the oil reaches a temperature of at least 350F, drop the crumbed chicken breasts and fry for 4-5 minutes, flipping halfway through. Remove the chicken from the heat once golden brown.
Place the cooked chicken katsu on a paper towel to soak up extra oil before slicing and serving.
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Notes
* Use oil with a high smoke point, like peanut oil. TO STORE: Place leftovers in airtight containers and store them in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. TO FREEZE: Allow the chicken to cook completely to add to the freezer-safe bags and freeze for up to 3 months.TO REHEAT: Reheat in a pan, oven, or air fryer.