Texas Roadhouse Herb Crusted Chicken Recipe
Texas Roadhouse Herb Crusted Chicken is a juicy, flavorful grilled chicken breast seasoned with a bold herb and spice blend. This copycat recipe is quick to prepare and delivers a savory crust that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or healthy meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Lemon juice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness for even cooking.
- In a small bowl, mix together parsley, basil, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Brush both sides of each chicken breast with olive oil.
- Rub the herb mixture evenly onto both sides of the chicken breasts.
- Grill or cook in skillet for 5–6 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Optional: Drizzle with lemon juice for added brightness.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier result.
- Marinate in olive oil and lemon juice before seasoning for more flavor.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes to spice it up.
- Top with cheese or a sauce to customize further.
- Double the seasoning mix and store in a spice jar for future meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
