Description
Experience the warmth and comfort of homemade Chicken Katsu Ramen, a delightful bowl of savory noodles topped with crispy chicken cutlets. This recipe combines the rich flavors of coconut milk and miso broth with fresh ginger and garlic for an explosion of taste in every bite. In just 45 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Customize your bowl with your favorite toppings like fried onions, scallions, or spicy sauces for an extra kick. Whether enjoyed alone or paired with delicious sides, this Chicken Katsu Ramen is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¼ pounds chicken cutlets
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- Fry oil
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 shallots (peeled and sliced thin)
- 3–4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh grated ginger
- 3 packets instant chicken ramen noodles
- 15 ounces unsweetened coconut milk
- 5 tablespoons white miso paste
- 10 cups water
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
Instructions
- Prepare a large skillet and a 6-quart sauce pot on the stovetop. Set out two shallow bowls.
- In one bowl, whisk an egg. In the other, combine panko breadcrumbs, sesame seeds, and salt.
- Coat each chicken cutlet in egg, then in the breadcrumb mixture. Fry in heated oil until golden brown.
- In the pot, sauté sliced turkey bacon, shallots, garlic, and ginger until softened. Add coconut milk, miso paste, water, and seasoning packets; bring to a boil.
- Cook ramen noodles in the broth until tender; stir in spinach before serving.
- Slice chicken katsu and serve over ramen with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 160mg