Put the chicken in a bowl and add sake, salt, and pepper. Set aside for 15 minutes.

Set up breading station with flour, egg, and panko in three separate bowls.

Follow normal breading procedures: flour the chicken, dip them in the egg, and then coat the chicken in panko.

Heat the oil in a deep skillet, when thermometer reads 350°F place a piece of chicken in the oil and let fry for about 3 minutes on each side then transfer to a rack to dry. Repeat until all chicken is cooked.