This DORITOS® twist on Japanese panko-breaded cutlets transforms everyday chicken into something spectacular.
Ingredients
Buttermilk Ranch Dip:
Chicken Katsu:
How to make it
1
Buttermilk Ranch Dip: In medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, buttermilk and ranch seasoning until combined. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
2
Chicken Katsu: Meanwhile, transfer DORITOS® Nacho Cheese Flavored Tortilla Chips to sealable bag; using rolling pin, roll until finely ground. (Alternatively, in food processor, pulse DORITOS® until finely ground.)
3
Transfer flour to shallow bowl.
4
In small bowl, stir together salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and ginger powder. Stir half the black pepper mixture into the flour.
5
In another shallow bowl, beat together eggs. Season with remaining black pepper mixture.
6
Transfer ground DORITOS® to another shallow bowl.
7
Dredge each chicken piece in flour mixture, dip in eggs mixture and coat in crushed DORITOS®.
8
Pour enough oil into medium saucepan or high-sided skillet to reach 4 inches up sides of pan. Heat over medium heat until instant-read thermometer registers 350°F.
9
Deep-fry breaded chicken for 5 to 6 minutes or until golden brown, cooked through and instant-read thermometer registers 165°F.
10
Transfer to paper towel to drain. Serve with rice and buttermilk ranch dip.
Tips & Tricks
Substitute chicken with boneless center cut pork chops if preferred, and adjust the cook time accordingly.