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Chicken Katsu

Prep 20 minutes
Cook 15 minutes
Total 35 minutes
Servings 4
Difficulty Medium

Our Family Story

A Japanese import that became a Hawaiian plate lunch staple. Our family version uses extra-crispy panko.

Ingredients

Servings: 4

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pound chicken breasts to even 1/2-inch thickness.

    Tip: This ensures even cooking.

  2. 2

    Set up breading station: flour, beaten eggs, and panko in separate shallow dishes.

  3. 3

    Season chicken with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour, egg, and panko.

    Tip: Press panko firmly onto chicken.

  4. 4

    Heat oil to 350°F in a deep pan.

  5. 5

    Fry chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

    Tip: Internal temp should reach 165°F.

  6. 6

    Drain on wire rack, slice, and serve with tonkatsu sauce and rice.

Crispy panko-crusted chicken cutlet served with rice and drizzled with sweet tonkatsu sauce.