Description
Japanese Katsu Bowls with Tonkatsu Sauce feature crispy, golden-fried chicken breasts coated in crunchy panko breadcrumbs, served over steamed white or jasmine rice and drizzled with tangy, sweet-savory tonkatsu sauce. Garnished with fresh green onions, this comforting and flavorful dish combines a perfect balance of textures and tastes for an easy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Katsu
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Assembly
- 4 cups cooked white or jasmine rice
- ½ cup tonkatsu sauce
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Trim any excess fat from the chicken breasts and pound them to an even thickness to ensure they cook evenly.
- Set up Breading Stations: Arrange three shallow dishes: one filled with flour, the second with beaten eggs, and the third with panko breadcrumbs.
- Bread the Chicken: Dredge each chicken breast first in flour, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs.
- Fry the Chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the breaded chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Drain and Slice: Remove the chicken from the oil and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil. Once drained, slice the chicken into strips.
- Assemble and Serve: Place cooked rice into serving bowls, top with sliced chicken, drizzle evenly with tonkatsu sauce, and garnish with sliced green onions.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, double coat the chicken by repeating the egg and panko steps before frying.
- Use a meat mallet and a plastic wrap to pound the chicken evenly without tearing.
- Adjust frying time based on chicken thickness to ensure it is cooked through.
- Tonkatsu sauce can be found in Asian grocery stores or substituted with a mixture of ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or a side salad for a complete meal.
