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Chicken Katsu Calories
Japanese-style crispy chicken, source of protein and energy
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Chicken Katsu (120 g) has 306 calories. That works out to 255 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.2 g of carbs, 23.4 g of protein, 15.4 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 8.5 mg of B3 covers 53% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chicken Katsu Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
306
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
18.2g
· 7% DV
Protein
23.4g
· 47% DV
Fat
15.4g
· 20% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 24% · Protein 31% · Fat 45%
Chicken Katsu nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 306 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.4 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 3.36 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 504 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18.2 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 23.4 g | 47% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Chicken Katsu?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 60 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 204 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 383 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 459 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 510 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 612 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 250 g | 638 kcal |
Calculated from 255 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chicken Katsu
What is Chicken Katsu?
Chicken Katsu is a Japanese dish made from a chicken cutlet coated in breadcrumbs and fried until crisp. It is commonly sliced and served with rice, shredded cabbage, and a savory, dark katsu sauce.
What does Chicken Katsu taste like?
Chicken Katsu has a crisp, golden coating and mild, savory chicken inside. The cutlet itself is not usually strongly seasoned, so the tangy-sweet katsu sauce adds much of the dish’s characteristic flavor.
What is the difference between Chicken Katsu and tonkatsu?
Chicken Katsu uses chicken, while tonkatsu is made with a breaded pork cutlet. Both are Japanese-style cutlets, often coated in panko, fried, sliced, and served with cabbage and katsu sauce.
What is Chicken Katsu curry?
Chicken Katsu curry is sliced Chicken Katsu served with rice and Japanese curry sauce. The curry is typically poured beside or partly over the cutlet, so the breaded chicken stays crisp for longer.
What sauce goes with Chicken Katsu?
Chicken Katsu is traditionally served with Japanese katsu sauce, a thick, savory-sweet condiment often made with fruit, vegetables, spices, and Worcestershire-style ingredients. Serve it on the side if you want to keep the breadcrumb coating crunchy.
Why does the coating fall off Chicken Katsu?
The coating on Chicken Katsu can slip off if the chicken is wet, the flour layer is too thick, or the cutlet is moved before the crust sets. Pat the chicken dry, press the panko on firmly, and turn it gently while frying.
Can you bake Chicken Katsu instead of frying it?
Yes, Chicken Katsu can be baked. Arrange the panko-coated cutlets in a single layer on a baking tray and lightly oil the coating to help it brown; the result is usually less crisp than deep-fried katsu.
What do you serve with Chicken Katsu?
Chicken Katsu is commonly served with steamed rice, finely shredded cabbage, and katsu sauce. Japanese pickles or miso soup also work well alongside it, while a simple green salad makes an easy alternative to cabbage.
How do you reheat Chicken Katsu and keep it crispy?
Reheat Chicken Katsu in an oven or air fryer to help restore its crisp coating. Keep the sauce and any rice separate until serving; microwaving the cutlet is convenient, but it tends to soften the breading.
Can you freeze Chicken Katsu?
Yes, cooked Chicken Katsu can be frozen. Cool the cutlets, freeze them in a single layer so they do not stick together, then transfer them to an airtight container or bag; reheat from thawed in an oven or air fryer.
Chicken Katsu Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
8.52mg · 53% DV
B6
0.58mg · 34% DV
B5
1.08mg · 22% DV
Biotin
6µg · 20% DV
Minerals
Selenium
20µg · 36% DV
Phosphorus
222mg · 32% DV
Sodium
504mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
312mg · 9% DV
Chicken Katsu Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chicken Katsu
To burn the 306 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Chicken Katsu?
Chicken Katsu is a Japanese-style breaded chicken cutlet, usually made by coating a boneless piece of chicken in flour, egg and breadcrumbs—often airy panko—then frying it. It belongs to yoshoku, the Japanese tradition of dishes adapted from Western cooking.
The coating is crisp and golden, while the meat stays tender. In Japan, it is commonly served with rice, finely shredded cabbage and a tangy, slightly sweet katsu sauce; it also appears in curry and sandwich versions. It’s an easy choice for a filling lunch or dinner, and the familiar rice-and-salad pairing works well for diners elsewhere too.
Chicken Katsu provides protein as well as energy, with 19.5 g of protein per 100 g. Add extra cabbage or salad, or use the sauce sparingly, for a fresher, lighter-feeling plate.
How Nutritious Is Chicken Katsu?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Chicken Katsu Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Chicken Katsu Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Chicken Katsu Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Chicken Katsu Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.36g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.64g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.64g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.