Looking for a comforting and flavorful meal that the whole family will love? Look no further than our delicious recipe for Chicken Katsu Don. This Japanese-inspired dish features crispy breaded chicken cutlets served over a bed of fluffy rice and topped with a sweet and savory sauce. It’s a satisfying and wholesome meal that is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Chicken Katsu Don
Ingredients:
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– Salt and pepper
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 large eggs, beaten
– 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
– Vegetable oil, for frying
– 1 cup dashi stock (you can also use chicken or vegetable broth)
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons mirin
– 2 tablespoons sugar
– 4 cups cooked Japanese short-grain rice
– 4 eggs, cooked sunny-side-up
– 4 green onions, finely chopped
– Pickled ginger (optional, for serving)
Instructions:
1. Start by preparing the chicken breasts. Place them between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.
2. Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes. Place the flour in one dish, the beaten eggs in another, and the Panko breadcrumbs in the third.
3. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip the chicken into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat the chicken in the Panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the breaded chicken breasts for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
5. In a small saucepan, combine the dashi stock, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat.
6. To assemble the Chicken Katsu Don bowls, divide the cooked rice among four serving bowls. Slice the breaded chicken into strips and place on top of the rice.
7. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and rice. Top each bowl with a cooked sunny-side-up egg, chopped green onions, and pickled ginger if desired.
8. Serve the Chicken Katsu Don hot and enjoy this delicious and comforting meal with your loved ones!
This Chicken Katsu Don recipe provides a wonderful balance of flavors and textures that will surely satisfy your cravings for a hearty and delicious dish. Try it out for a cozy dinner at home or impress your guests with this flavorful Japanese-inspired meal. Enjoy the process of creating this dish and savor each bite of this comforting culinary delight!
