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Cheesecake Factory Honey Truffle Chicken Copycat

This Honey Truffle Chicken is a delightful copycat recipe! Crispy fried chicken drizzled with a sweet and savory honey truffle sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:
  • 2-4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 1 cup Buttermilk
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
  • 2 quarts Vegetable Oil for frying
  • 2 tablespoons Truffle Honey
  • 1 teaspoon White Truffle Oil optional
For the Asparagus:
  • 1 bunch Fresh Asparagus trimmed
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil for roasting
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Frying pan or deep fryer
  • Meat thermometer
  • Baking sheet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Cooking Instructions:
  1. Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
    Start by placing the chicken breasts in a mixing bowl. Pour in 1 cup of buttermilk, ensuring the chicken is fully submerged. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or ideally overnight.
  2. Step 2: Prepare the Dredging Station
    In another bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of paprika, ½ teaspoon of salt, and ½ teaspoon of ground black pepper. Mix well.
  3. Step 3: Heat the Oil
    In a frying pan or deep fryer, heat 2 quarts of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
  4. Step 4: Dredge and Fry the Chicken
    Remove the chicken from the marinade and dredge each piece in the flour mixture. Fry for about 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Step 5: Prepare the Asparagus
    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the asparagus with olive oil, sea salt, pepper, garlic powder, and lemon juice. Roast for about 15-20 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Make the Honey Truffle Sauce
    In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of truffle honey with 1 teaspoon of white truffle oil until well combined.
  7. Step 7: Serve and Enjoy!
    Place the crispy fried chicken on a plate, drizzle with the honey truffle sauce, and serve alongside the roasted asparagus.

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken overnight for best flavor.
  • Experiment with different spices in the dredging mix for a unique twist.
  • Store cooked chicken in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.