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Japanese Chicken Katsu Curry

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A crispy breaded chicken cutlet served with rich Japanese curry sauce, a comforting dish perfect for a hearty meal.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 cups Japanese curry roux (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 potato, diced
  • 2 cups water or broth

Instructions

  1. Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness.
  2. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Coat in flour, dip in egg, then press into panko.
  4. Fry in oil until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. In a pot, sauté onions, carrots, and potatoes.
  6. Add water or broth and bring to a boil.
  7. Stir in curry roux until fully dissolved.
  8. Simmer until vegetables are tender.
  9. Slice chicken and serve over rice with curry sauce.

Notes

  • Use fresh panko for extra crispiness.
  • Adjust curry roux amount for desired thickness.
  • Serve with pickled vegetables for balance.
  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 75g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg