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Crispy Chicken Katsu Bowls
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Crispy Chicken Katsu Bowls: Your Next Favorite Meal!

Crispy Chicken Katsu Bowls are a delicious and satisfying meal featuring breaded and fried chicken served over rice with fresh vegetables and tonkatsu sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total)
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup sliced cucumbers
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 1/4 cup tonkatsu sauce or your favorite dipping sauce

Method
 

  1. Begin by preparing the chicken. Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
  2. Set up a breading station: In one shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. In a second dish, beat the eggs. In a third dish, place the panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the beaten eggs, then coat it thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add the breaded chicken breasts. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove from the skillet and let drain on paper towels.
  5. While the chicken is resting, prepare the bowls. Divide the cooked rice among four bowls. Top each bowl with shredded cabbage, sliced cucumbers, and chopped green onions.
  6. Slice the crispy chicken katsu into strips and place on top of the rice and vegetables. Drizzle with tonkatsu sauce before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For extra crunch, try adding some toasted sesame seeds on top before serving.
  • You can also substitute the chicken with eggplant or tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • For a spicy kick, mix some sriracha into the tonkatsu sauce.

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