Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that transforms ordinary chicken into a crispy, flavor-packed sensation! This Free From Katsu Curry is not just a meal, it's a gluten-free masterpiece that brings the vibrant tastes of Japanese cuisine right to your dining table. With its golden, perfectly crisp chicken and rich, aromatic curry sauce, this recipe will transport your taste buds to a world of deliciousness while keeping dietary restrictions in check.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Japanese
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup gluten-free flour
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by slicing the chicken breasts into even, thin cutlets approximately 1/2 inch thick.
- Season the gluten-free flour with salt and spread it on a flat plate. Coat each chicken slice thoroughly in the seasoned flour, ensuring complete coverage.
- Heat a large skillet with oil over medium-high heat. Carefully place the flour-coated chicken cutlets and fry until golden brown and crispy on both sides, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove the fried chicken and set aside on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onions until translucent and slightly caramelized, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add sliced carrots and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
- Sprinkle curry powder over the vegetables and stir to coat evenly, releasing the aromatic spices.
- Pour vegetable broth into the skillet, stirring to create a smooth curry sauce. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Slice the fried chicken cutlets and arrange them over steamed rice.
- Pour the warm curry sauce over the chicken, ensuring complete coverage.
- Serve immediately and garnish with optional chopped green onions or sesame seeds.
Tips
- Slice chicken uniformly to ensure even cooking and crispy texture
- Use a meat thermometer to check chicken reaches 165°F for food safety
- Pat chicken dry before coating with flour for maximum crispiness
- Use a heavy-bottomed skillet for even heat distribution when frying
- Let chicken rest on paper towels to absorb excess oil and maintain crispness
- Adjust curry sauce thickness by simmering longer or adding more broth
- For extra flavor, toast curry powder briefly before adding to vegetables
- Consider using Japanese panko-style gluten-free breadcrumbs for an even crunchier coating
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 440kcal
Carbohydrates: 34g
Protein: 43g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 80mg
