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Easy Katsu Chicken Salad

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Easy katsu chicken salad combines crispy, golden chicken cutlets with fresh crunchy vegetables and a tangy-sweet dressing. This light yet satisfying dish takes the flavors of Japanese chicken katsu and turns them into a refreshing salad perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/3 cup oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
  • 4 cups romaine, iceberg, or mixed greens
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Dressing (homemade tonkatsu-style):
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp honey or sugar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic or 1 tsp ginger, grated (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pound chicken to even thickness and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Dredge chicken in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to paper towels and let rest.
  4. In a large bowl, arrange salad base with greens, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and green onions.
  5. Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, honey, sesame oil, and optional garlic or ginger for dressing.
  6. Slice chicken into strips and place over salad. Drizzle with dressing just before serving.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for juicier meat and extra flavor.
  • Bake at 425°F for 20 minutes or air fry at 375°F for 12–15 minutes as a lighter option.
  • For variety, try drizzling with Japanese mayo or sriracha.
  • Swap chicken with tofu or pork katsu for different protein options.
  • Keep chicken and dressing separate until serving to maintain crispiness.

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