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
- Preheat your oven to 200°F to keep the cooked chicken warm while preparing the tonkatsu sauce.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- 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.
- 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.
- Slice the chicken katsu into strips and serve with the tonkatsu sauce on the side.
- Enjoy your crispy Chicken Katsu with Tonkatsu Sauce!
