🥢 Crispy Chicken Katsu Bowl with Steamed Rice & Veggie Stir-Fry 🍚🍗
This flavorful and crunchy Chicken Katsu Bowl is packed with juicy, breaded chicken cutlets, fluffy white rice, and a colorful medley of stir-fried vegetables. A perfect meal that's both comforting and vibrant!
🕒 Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins
🍽️ Servings: 2
🔥 Calories: ~550 per serving
🍗 Ingredients:
For the Chicken Katsu:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt & pepper to taste
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten 🥚
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
For the Bowl:
1 cup jasmine or basmati rice 🍚
1 cup broccoli florets 🥦
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped 🫑
1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced 🍄
1/4 cup zucchini, chopped
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
Sesame seeds & chopped green onions for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions:
Cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
Prep the chicken: Pound to even thickness, season with salt and pepper, then coat with flour, dip in egg, and press into panko breadcrumbs.
Fry the chicken in hot oil until golden brown and crispy (about 3–4 minutes per side). Let rest and slice into strips.
Stir-fry the vegetables in sesame oil over medium-high heat for 4–5 minutes. Add soy sauce and toss.
Assemble the bowl: Layer rice, sliced chicken katsu, and stir-fried veggies. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
💡 Tips:
Swap chicken for tofu or shrimp for a variation.
Serve with katsu sauce or spicy mayo for extra flavor!