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Air fryer chicken katsu

Air Fryer Chicken Katsu

Air Fryer Chicken Katsu is tender chicken breasts coated in a golden panko crust, air-fried to perfection, and served with tonkatsu sauce and shredded cabbage over a bed of fluffy rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 217 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 

  • 2 chicken breasts boneless skinless, sliced in half lengthwise
  • 1/2 teaspoon (3 g) salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon (0.5 g) ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup (31 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 large egg beaten
  • 1 cup (60 g) Panko breadcrumbs
  • Cooking spray or oil
  • Tonkatsu sauce shredded cabbage, cooked rice (for serving)

Instructions
 

  • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  • Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
  • Dredge each chicken piece in the flour, shaking off any excess.
  • Dip the chicken into the beaten egg, allowing any excess to drip off.
  • Coat the chicken with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
  • Place the chicken pieces on a wire rack to soak up the breading.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
  • Spray the basket with cooking oil. Place the breaded chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they are not touching.
  • Spray the top of the chicken breasts with cooking oil.
  • Air fry the chicken for 10 minutes, then flip over and continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure each chicken breast gets a uniform coating of flour, egg, and breadcrumbs for consistent crispiness.
  • Preheat your air fryer before adding the chicken to achieve that perfect golden exterior.
  • Give the chicken pieces some space in the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation.
  • Use a meat thermometer to confirm the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F(75°C).

All air fryers have different wattage and may cook at different rates. You may need to adjust the time or temp for the best results.

Nutrition

Calories: 217kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 17gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 118mgSodium: 468mgPotassium: 194mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 166IUCalcium: 48mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Chicken
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