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Homemade Japanese Curry Recipe Chicken Katsu with rice and curry sauce on a white plate

Japanese Chicken Katsu Curry

Crispy breaded chicken katsu served over rich Japanese curry sauce and fluffy rice. A comforting homemade meal with authentic Japanese flavors.
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Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Resting: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 680kcal
Cost: $20 (approx.)

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot or Dutch oven
  • 1 Deep frying pan or fryer
  • 1 Meat thermometer
  • 1 Wire rack
  • 3 shallow dishes
  • 1 Cutting board & chef’s knife

Ingredients

For the Chicken Katsu

  • 4 pieces Boneless skinless chicken breasts Pounded ½ inch thick
  • 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs Japanese style
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Seasoned with salt and pepper
  • 3 large Eggs Beaten
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper
  • 4 cups Vegetable oil For deep frying

For the Japanese Curry Sauce

  • 2 tablespoon Vegetable oil For sautéing
  • 1 large Onion Sliced thin
  • 2 medium Carrots Cut into chunks
  • 2 medium Potatoes Cubed
  • 1 lb Chicken thigh meat Bite-sized pieces
  • 4 cups Chicken stock Rich base
  • 1 box Japanese curry roux Mild or medium
  • 2 tablespoon Soy sauce Depth of flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Subtle sweetness
  • 4 cups Cooked white rice For serving

Instructions

  • Heat oil in pot, sauté onions until golden. Add carrots and potatoes.
  • Add chicken thigh pieces and cook until lightly browned.
  • Pour in chicken stock and simmer for 20–25 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  • Add Japanese curry roux, soy sauce, and honey. Stir and simmer 10 minutes more.
  • Dredge chicken breasts in seasoned flour, then eggs, then panko.
  • Let breaded chicken rest on a wire rack for 10 minutes before frying.
  • Fry chicken in oil heated to 350°F for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and internal temp is 165°F.
  • Slice chicken, serve over white rice, and top with curry sauce.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 450g | Calories: 680kcal | Carbohydrates: 75g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 140mg | Sodium: 980mg | Potassium: 860mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 4300IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 4mg