CHICKEN KAAS (BREADED FRIED CHICKEN W CHEESE)

Ingredients

4 boneless chicken breasts, halved (total 4 pieces)

2 beaten eggs

2 cups panko bread crumbs

1 cup flour

katsu sauce

salt and pepper (pre-rub)

corn and cheese (optional)

oil for deep frying (canola & peanut are good options)

Preparation

Cut chicken pieces lengthwise in halves.

Rub chicken with a sparse amount of salt and pepper. Set aside for a few minutes.

Coat pieces in flour, then beaten egg, and lastly panko bread crumbs.

Heat enough oil to cover chicken pieces in a pan or cast iron skillet on medium-high heat. If using a thermometer, the temperature should hover around 350F.

Place chicken pieces in the pan and make sure to avoid overcrowding. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 5~7 minutes total if fully submerged in oil.

Remove chicken cutlets from the oil and drain on paper towels or a drying rack.

If using corn and cheese, pop in the microwave or broil in an oven until melted down.

Serve with katsu sauce, rice, and preferred side dishes.