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Chicken Katsudon

Cultural Context

Katsudon is a beloved Japanese comfort food, originating from the late 19th century. It combines a crispy fried chicken cutlet with a savory sauce and fluffy rice, often enjoyed as a hearty meal after a long day. This dish symbolizes a sense of home and warmth in Japanese culture, and it has gained popularity worldwide, with variations appearing in many Asian cuisines.

JapaneseJPmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 chicken breast
salt
garlic powder
black pepper
all-purpose flour
2 beaten eggs
panko bread crumbs
100ml dashi broth
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp mirin
2 beaten eggs
green onion
1 serving of steamed white rice

panko breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: whole wheat breadcrumbs

💰Cheaper: regular breadcrumbs

Whole wheat breadcrumbs add fiber while regular breadcrumbs are more economical.

dashi stock

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Homemade broth can be lower in sodium and cheaper than store-bought dashi.

1

Season chicken breast with salt, garlic powder, and black pepper.

2

Dredge chicken in all-purpose flour, dip in 2 beaten eggs, and coat with panko bread crumbs.

3

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

4

Fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.

5

Remove chicken and drain on paper towels, then slice into strips.

6

In the same skillet, add 100ml dashi broth, soy sauce, mirin, and bring to a simmer.

7

Place sliced chicken on top of the simmering sauce and pour 2 beaten eggs over it.

8

Cover and cook until egg is just set, about 2-3 minutes.

9

Serve chicken and sauce over steamed white rice, garnished with chopped green onions.

Cooking Techniques

fryingsimmering

Equipment Needed

skillet

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

KatsudonChicken Cutlet Rice Bowl
Local Name: 鶏かつ丼

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