Step 1

This step is OPTIONAL: Put your panko in a skillet on the stovetop. Heat on medium for 3-5 minutes until panko is toasted and golden brown. The pictures from the blog post above reflect panko that is untoasted. Place panko in a shallow dish.

Step 2

Mix eggs and flour in a shallow dish.

Step 3

Lightly salt and pepper both sides of your chicken breast.

Step 4

Dredge your chicken by dipping the pieces into the flour/egg mixture, making sure both sides are well coated. Then place chicken into the panko.

Step 5

Firmly press the panko onto both sides of the chicken, making sure there are no bald spots.

Step 6

Preheat air fryer to 360 degrees F.

Step 7

Place breaded chicken into air fryer with no overlap. Spray liberally with oil spray.

Step 8

Air fry at 360 degrees F for 12 minutes.

Step 9

Slice cooked chicken into strips. Chicken katsu goes well with rice, in a sandwich, with curry, or with other sides in a bento.