|verified| | Cheesecake Factory Chicken Katsu Recipe

The Chicken Katsu Bowl is a popular newer addition to The Cheesecake Factory menu. This copycat recipe recreates the signature dish’s combination of ultra-crispy panko chicken, sweet teriyaki glaze, and fresh vegetables. Ingredients For the Chicken: Chicken Breast: 1 lb, pounded to a consistent -inch thickness for even frying. Breading Station: cup all-purpose flour, 2 beaten large eggs, and 1– cups Panko breadcrumbs. Seasoning: Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.

For the Signature Creamy Sriracha Aioli:

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise (Kewpie or Hellman's)
• 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce (adjust to heat preference)
• 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk (The secret Cheesecake Factory ingredient!)
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar

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• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup sake
• 2 tablespoons mirin
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

The Cheesecake Factory Plating Method

This is how you make it look like the menu photo. The Chicken Katsu Bowl is a popular newer

3. Frying for Gold Heat 1 inch of oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until deep golden brown. Do not crowd the pan. Drain on a wire rack (not paper towels, which trap steam and make it soggy). 1/2 cup mayonnaise (Kewpie or Hellman's) 2 tablespoons

For the Katsu Sauce (Cheesecake Factory style – sweeter & thicker)

• ½ cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp mirin (optional, for sweetness & gloss)
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder

For a lighter version, preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Spray both sides of the breaded chicken with oil and cook for 10 minutes, then flip and cook for another 5 minutes until crispy. Air Fryer Chicken Katsu