Chicken Katsu Calzone
Chicken Katsu Calzone is a delicious fusion of Italian and Japanese cuisine. This dish is a perfect combination of crispy chicken katsu and melted mozzarella cheese, all wrapped up in a warm and fluffy calzone. If you're looking for a unique and flavorful meal, then this recipe is perfect for you!
To make this Chicken Katsu Calzone, you will need the following ingredients per serving:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, pounded thin
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup sliced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup sliced yellow bell pepper
- 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pizza dough ball
To start, preheat your oven to 425°F. In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, salt, and black pepper. In another shallow dish, beat the egg. In a third shallow dish, place the panko breadcrumbs. Dip the chicken breast in the flour mixture, then the egg, and finally the panko breadcrumbs, making sure to coat the chicken evenly.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breast and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
Roll out the pizza dough ball into a large circle. Spread the marinara sauce over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, followed by the sliced green onions, red and yellow bell peppers, mushrooms, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Arrange the sliced chicken on top of the vegetables.
Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges together to seal the calzone. Use a sharp knife to make a few slits on the top of the calzone to allow steam to escape. Place the calzone on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and crispy.
Once the calzone is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing it into wedges. The Chicken Katsu Calzone is now ready to serve!
This dish is a perfect combination of crispy and savory flavors, with a warm and fluffy texture. The chicken katsu adds a unique twist to the traditional calzone, making it a delicious and satisfying meal. Enjoy this dish as a main course or as a snack, and impress your friends and family with your culinary skills!
Type of dish: Fusion Calzone
Main ingredients: Chicken, Mozzarella Cheese, Pizza Dough
