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Chicken Katsu Curry

A delicious Japanese-inspired dish combining the comfort of a warm curry with the crunch of breaded and fried chicken cutlets.
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MEDIUM
Prep: 30-45 mins
Cook: 40-50 mins
Serves: 4
Author: Fati3000

4.4 / 5 (924)


Ingredients

For the chicken
  • Chicken breast

    4 cutlets

  • All-purpose flour

    1 cup

  • Eggs

    2 eggs

  • Breadcrumbs

    1 cup

  • Salt

    a pinch

  • Pepper

    a pinch

For the curry sauce
  • Onion

    1 medium

  • Carrots

    2 medium

  • Potatoes

    2 medium

  • Curry powder

    2 tablespoons

  • Garam masala

    1 teaspoon

  • Tomato puree

    1 can

  • Chicken broth

    2 cups

  • Coconut milk

    1 can

  • Salt

    a pinch

  • Pepper

    a pinch

For serving
  • Rice

    2 cups

  • Fresh cilantro

    for garnish


Instructions

  • 1
    Prepare the chicken by seasoning with salt and pepper.

    Take the chicken breast cutlets and sprinkle both sides with a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper to taste. This step enhances the natural flavors of the chicken.

  • 2
    Dredge the chicken in flour, shaking off excess.

    In a shallow dish, place the all-purpose flour. Coat each piece of the seasoned chicken in the flour, gently shaking off any excess. This helps the breadcrumbs adhere more evenly later.

  • 3
    Dip the floured chicken in the beaten eggs.

    In a separate shallow dish, beat the eggs. Dip each floured chicken piece into the eggs, making sure they are fully coated. This step is crucial as it helps the breadcrumbs stick to the chicken.

  • 4
    Coat the egg-covered chicken in breadcrumbs.

    Place the breadcrumbs in another shallow dish. Gently press the egg-coated chicken into the breadcrumbs to coat. This gives the chicken its crispy exterior.

  • 5
    Fry the breaded chicken until golden and cooked through.

    Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the breaded chicken cutlets and fry until they are golden brown on both sides and cooked through. This should take about 5-6 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the chicken. Remove the chicken from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

  • 6
    Prepare the curry sauce by sautéing the onion, carrots, and potatoes.

    In a large pot, heat a couple of tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and potatoes. Sauté until they start to soften, about 5 minutes. This step begins the building of flavors for the curry sauce.

  • 7
    Add the curry powder and garam masala to the pot and stir for 1 minute.

    Add the curry powder and garam masala to the pot. Stir constantly for about 1 minute to allow the spices to bloom and become fragrant. This enhances the flavor of the curry sauce.

  • 8
    Add the tomato puree, chicken broth, and coconut milk.

    Add the can of tomato puree, chicken broth, and coconut milk to the pot. Stir well to combine all the ingredients. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

  • 9
    Let the curry sauce simmer until it thickens.

    Reduce the heat to low and let the curry sauce simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until it has thickened to your liking. You can help the process by occasionally mashing the potatoes against the side of the pot.

  • 10
    Serve the chicken katsu on rice with the curry sauce.

    To serve, slice the fried chicken cutlets into strips. Place a scoop of rice on a plate, add a few slices of the chicken on top, and spoon the warm curry sauce over the chicken. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Ratings & Reviews

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Reviews

  • KT888

    I really enoyed this Chicken Katsu Curry recipe, it's a perfect combintion of japanese flavour with the warm and comfortinig curry sauce. The instrunctions are eassy to follow, and the dish itself is quite flavorful. I personnaly liked the crunchy chicken cutlets, thay added a nice texture to the meal. Howver, I would of preffered if the recipe had a variaton with less or no curry powder, as I'm not a huge fan of spicy food. Overal, it's a great recpie that I would recommed to any meat-lover like myself.

  • LeyLey88

    I must say, Chicken Katsu Curry recipe is very detail and look nice, but I not like because is contain chicken. I am vegetarian, I no eat meat. Also, is have a lot of process, like make the curry sauce and fry the chicken. Maybe I try make the curry sauce, but with vegetarian ingredient, like tofu or falafel, because I love Middle Eastern food. Shawarma sauce very similar with curry, both is delicious. But, unfortunately, this recipe is not for me.

  • KofiThePoet

    Oh my god, dis Chicken Katsu Curry recipe be looking like somethings else! Me, I love spicy food, but dey no put too much spice for me, so I go add my own pepper. Dey use chicken breast,breadcrumbs, and eggs to make dis crispy chicken, him go well with de curry sauce. I like dat dey add carrot, onion and potatoes to de curry, give am nice thick flavor. Only ting wey spoil am be de tomato puree, I no too like because some times him contain MSG, wey my body no like. But overall, dis recipe be nice, me go give am 4 star because some people go like de flavor of tomato puree. Me go try modify am to use fresh tomatoes instead, wey go reduce de risk of MSG. Anyways, dis recipe be a good start, me go surely try am again!

  • Zarazaza

    Hmm, ikke helt min kop te 😊! I mean, not really my type of dish. I love the idea of chicken and curry together, but I'm more of a seafood girl myself 🐟. The Japanese-inspired twist is cool, though 🍜! I appreciate the step-by-step instructions, and the use of breadcrumbs to make the chicken cutlets all crispy is pure geniality 💡. However, I'm not totally sold on this recipe. Maybe I'd try making it with fish or shrimp instead of chicken 🤔? Anyway, the pictures in my head of this dish are pretty delicious, so props to the food stylist 👏! Perhaps a dark chocolate dessert afterwards would make it all worthwhile 🍫...

  • Cemzinho23

    I like this Chicken Katus Curry recipe, it is very tasty. I made it for my family and we all enjoyed. The chicken is crispy outside and juice inside, and curry sauce is creamy. But I think it is a little bit different than our Turkish dishes, like Doner Kebab. I did not put too much curry powder because I do not like very spicy food. Maybe next time I will add some Turkish spices, like paprika or cumin, to give it a different taste. I recommend this recipe to everyone, it is easy to make and delicious.

  • YaraLaLuna

    Just like a canvas awaiting the brushstrokes of an artist, my taste buds were ready to welcome the Chicken Katsu Curry. This Japanese-inspired dish was like a sunrise in my plate, warm and inviting. I appreciated the dance of spices and the tender touch of the coconut milk, but alas, my heart remained in the realm of Middle Eastern delights. The combination of crunchy chicken and comforting curry was undeniably tantalizing, yet it didn't quench my thirst for the familiar symphony of sumac and cardamom. I applaud the chef's creativity, but as I wander through the spice market of flavors, my soul still searches for the scent of Arabic coffee and the sweetness of dates. For now, this dish shall be a beautiful, fleeting melody, not the anthem that resonates deep within my soul.

  • XLing88

    Unfortunately, this recipe does not align with my dietary preferences as it contains chicken and chicken broth, making it unsuitable for a vegetarian diet. However, I appreciate the structured approach to the recipe and the detailed steps provided, which is in line with my preference for clear and technical communication.

  • JEriks

    I found the Chicken Katsu Curry recipe to be an intriguing dish, combining the crunch of Fried Chicken with the warmth of a Curry sauce. As someone who appreciates traditional Swedish cuisine, I was curious to try a Japanese-inspired dish. The use of breadcrumbs and the frying process reminded me of the Swedish `wallenbergare` dish, which I enjoy. However, I did find the curry sauce, while delicious, to be somewhat unfamiliar. I appreciate the precision of the recipe, with each step clearly outlined and explained. This made it easy to follow along, even for someone like myself who is not accustomed to cooking Japanese cuisine. The absence of strong cheeses was a welcome aspect, as I tend to avoid these in my cooking. One potential improvement could be the addition of serving the dish with a side of freshly baked bread, which I feel would nicely complement the flavors and add to the overall experience.

  • LeilaniLuv

    I've tried this Chicken Katsu Curry recipe and, although it's not traditionally Hawaiian, the combination of crunchy fried chicken and rich curry sauce is definitely ono! However, as someone who values sustainable and locally-sourced food, I wished the recipe included more information on sourcing the ingredients. The use of chicken breast and import-dependent spices like curry powder made me think about the carbon footprint of this dish. Nevertheless, the instructions were clear and easy to follow, making it a great option for a weeknight dinner. If I were to make it again, I'd consider substituting the chicken with a locally-caught fish like mahi-mahi or ono, and adding some Hawaiian flair with ingredients like Hawaiian sea salt and locally-grown spices. Mahalo for sharing this recipe, and I hope you'll consider the aloha spirit of sustainably-sourced food in your future recipes!