Keyphrase: Chicken Katsu Donburi
Bring a taste of Tokyo home with this Chicken Katsu Donburi recipe! Crispy breaded chicken cutlet is served over fluffy rice and topped with a savory-sweet onion and egg sauce. It’s a comforting, satisfying meal that’s easy to make and sure to please.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup dashi stock (can use instant dashi granules)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 cups cooked Japanese short-grain rice
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Shredded nori, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Katsu: Pound chicken breasts to even thickness. Season with salt and pepper. Dredge each breast in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs. Heat 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken until golden and cooked through, about 3–4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels, then slice into strips.
- Make the Donburi Sauce: In a small pan, combine dashi, soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and sliced onion. Bring to a simmer and cook until onion is soft, about 3–4 minutes.
- Assemble the Donburi: Place cooked rice in two bowls. Arrange sliced chicken katsu on top. Pour the hot onion and sauce mixture over the chicken and rice.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with sliced green onions and shredded nori if desired. Serve immediately.
Tips
- For extra flavor, drizzle a little tonkatsu sauce over the chicken before serving.
- Use pork cutlet for a classic katsudon variation.
- Short on time? Use store-bought chicken tenders as a shortcut.
FAQ
What is dashi? Dashi is a Japanese soup stock made from kombu (kelp) and bonito flakes. You can find instant dashi at Asian grocery stores or order instant dashi on Amazon.
Can I make this gluten-free? Yes! Use gluten-free panko and tamari instead of soy sauce.
Love Japanese comfort food? Try our Tokyo-Style Shoyu Ramen too!
