Delicious and Crispy Chicken Katsu with Homemade Tonkatsu Sauce

Indulge in the delightful flavors of crispy chicken katsu paired with a rich and tangy tonkatsu sauce. This Japanese-inspired dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can impress your family and friends with this restaurant-quality meal.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 200°F to keep the cooked chicken warm while preparing the tonkatsu sauce.
2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
3. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with panko breadcrumbs.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Transfer to a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven.
5. In a small saucepan, combine ketchup, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
6. Slice the chicken katsu into strips and serve with the tonkatsu sauce on the side.
7. Enjoy your crispy Chicken Katsu with Tonkatsu Sauce!

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