Description
Crunchy Oven-Baked Chicken Katsu is a delightful twist on a classic Japanese dish. This recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs, baked to golden perfection. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy-to-make meal will impress your family and friends. Serve it with rice, salads, or as a sandwich for a versatile dining experience. Enjoy the satisfying crunch and savory flavors that make this dish a favorite at the dinner table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- Cooking spray or 2 tbsp olive oil
- Optional: Tonkatsu sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pound chicken breasts to about half an inch thick for even cooking.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour seasoned with salt and pepper, another with whisked eggs, and the third with panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg wash, then roll in panko until fully covered.
- Place breaded chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet and lightly spray or brush with oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg