Air Fryer Chicken Katsu

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Air Fryer Chicken Katsu is a healthier twist on the traditional deep-fried Japanese recipe. Paired with sweet katsu sauce, this chicken is easy to make in just over 30 minutes.

Prep Time20

Cook Time15

Total Time35

Course: Main Course, Main Dishes

Cuisine: Japanese

Keyword: Air Fryer, Air Fryer Chicken Katsu, chicken, Chicken Katsu, Katsu

Servings: Servings

Calories: 399kcal

Author: Cynthia Rusincovitch

Ingredients

1 tbsp soy sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tbsp sugar
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Breaded Chicken

1.5 lb chicken breast 2 chicken breasts
1 small egg
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup panko
1/3 cup all purpose flour
2 cup white steamed rice to serve

Instructions

Chop each chicken breast lengthwise so you get two chicken filets.
Then, beat the egg in a small bowl and season with salt.
In a different bowl or deep dish, mix panko with all-purpose flour.
Dip each chicken filet in the seasoned egg wash, making sure to coat both sides. Then, transfer it to the panko mixture and press the breading onto the chicken to ensure an even coating. This helps achieve a crispy texture.
Preheat the Air Fryer to 400F.
Next, cook each piece of chicken for 10 minutes and flip. Cook for another 5 minutes and extend the cooking time if necessary. Note: spray cooking oil or drizzle olive oil over the breaded chicken for a golden look.
In the meantime, mix all the ingredients of the Katsu sauce.
Serve chicken katsu over steamed white rice.

Notes

Tips

Cook in batches: Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding. Overcrowding can lead to uneven cooking and a less crispy result.

Recipe Notes

Introducing a healthier twist on the traditional Japanese dish, chicken katsu! This version features a breaded chicken cutlet that is air-fried instead of deep-fried, reducing the amount of oil used. The result is a crispy and flavorful chicken cutlet that is lighter on calories without compromising on taste.

In addition to the air-fried chicken cutlet, this recipe includes a homemade katsu sauce. This tangy and savory sauce perfectly complements the chicken and is served over a bed of steamed rice. The combination of crispy chicken, flavorful sauce, and fluffy rice creates a satisfying and delicious meal that captures the essence of the classic chicken katsu dish in a healthier way.

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