Texas Roadhouse Country Fried Chicken Recipe
User Reviews
5
-
Prep Time
15 mins
-
Cook Time
10 mins
-
Total Time
25 mins
-
Servings
4
-
Calories
680 kcal
-
Course
Main Course
-
Cuisine
American
Texas Roadhouse Country Fried Chicken Recipe
Description
This recipe prepares thin boneless chicken breasts by pounding them to approximately 1/4 inch thickness, which promotes even cooking and tenderness. The chicken is coated in a seasoned flour mixture containing onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper for heat. It is then dipped in a buttermilk and egg mixture before being double-coated in flour to create a thick, crispy crust.
The chicken pieces are fried in vegetable oil at about 350°F until golden brown on both sides, then drained on paper towels. A simple country-style gravy is completed on the stovetop by making a roux with butter and flour, then slowly whisking in milk and seasoning to a smooth sauce, perfect for pouring over the fried chicken.
This dish works well as a main course served with classic southern sides or biscuits. Leftovers are best kept in an airtight container and consumed within five days to maintain crispness and quality.
Ingredients
- FOR THE CHICKEN:
- 4 chicken breast boneless skinless
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 Cup buttermilk
- 2 egg large
- vegetable oil for frying
- For the gravy:
- 1/2 cup butter salted
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Pound out the chicken breast until they are approximately 1/4” thick.
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper and cayenne pepper. Then in a separate shallow bowl whisk together the eggs and buttermilk.
- Then dip and coat the chicken breasts in the flour mixture. Then dip the chicken in the buttermilk mixture and then back into the flour again and pack the flour onto the chicken breasts so that it’s completely coated. Place the coated chicken on a plate. Continue this process until all the chicken breasts are coated.
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F. Then heat approximately 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the oil is approximately 350 degrees F.
- You will have to work in batches for the next step. Gently place each coated chicken breast into the oil and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the chicken is lightly golden brown. Drain the chicken on a plate lined with a paper towel and then place the chicken on a sheet pan in the oven while you fry the remaining chicken breasts. Allow the chicken to stay in the oven while you prepare the gravy.
- Then it’s time to make the gravy. Combine the butter and flour in a medium saucepan.
- Heat over medium high heat until the butter is melted and the flour is cooked. Then pour in the milk and whisk it in to make sure there are no lumps.
- Allow the gravy to simmer for 3-5 minute until it thickens.
- If the gravy is too thick, add more milk and if the gravy is too thin, allow it to continue to simmer until it has thickened.
- Make sure that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. Then serve the chicken with the gravy and enjoy!
Notes
- Serve the chicken fresh for optimal crispness and flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and kept refrigerated for up to five days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 680 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 680kcal | 34% |
| Carbohydrates | 52g | 17% |
| Protein | 39g | 78% |
| Fat | 35g | 54% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 236mg | 79% |
| Sodium | 1038mg | 43% |
| Potassium | 804mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 1215IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 258mg | 26% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
You'll Also Love
