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Texas Roadhouse Herb Crusted Chicken

This Texas Roadhouse Herb Crusted Chicken is tender, juicy, and packed with flavorful herbs for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, Easy, Herb Crusted, Pan-Seared, Quick
Servings: 2 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon MSG optional
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 lemon halved
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to gently pound the chicken to an even thickness, about 1 inch thick.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, MSG (if using), black pepper, and paprika. Mix well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.
  • Drizzle the chicken breasts with canola oil and melted butter. Then, generously sprinkle the herb mixture over both sides of the chicken, pressing it in gently to adhere.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add a little more canola oil if needed to coat the bottom of the skillet.
  • Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on one side, or until golden brown. Flip the chicken and cook for another 6-7 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  • During the last minute of cooking, squeeze half a lemon over the chicken for added flavor. You can also toss the squeezed lemon halves into the skillet for extra zest.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve with your favorite sides.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Meat Mallet or Rolling Pin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Spatula or tongs
  • Serving Plate

Notes

  • Ensure your skillet is hot before adding the chicken to achieve a nice sear.
  • Adjust seasoning amounts to suit your taste preferences.
  • If canola oil is not available, any neutral oil will work well.
  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the seasoning mix for a few hours or overnight.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.