Description
Oven-baked Chicken Katsu is a delightful, healthier take on the classic Japanese dish. With its crispy, golden panko coating and juicy chicken, this oven-baked recipe delivers an explosion of flavor without the added oil from frying. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, serve it alongside rice or fresh veggies for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup tonkatsu sauce (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Set up a dredging station: place flour in one bowl, whisk eggs in another, and pour panko breadcrumbs into a third.
- Coat each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, then press into panko until fully coated.
- Arrange coated chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach at least 165°F).
- Let rest for a few minutes before slicing; serve drizzled with tonkatsu sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 140mg