Prices last updated: October 28, 2026
Chicken dinners are some of the best-value full meals at Texas Roadhouse, and two of them are among the lightest entrées on the menu. Every chicken specialty comes with two sides and rolls. Here are typical October 2026 prices and official calories.
Chicken prices and calories
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Grilled BBQ Chicken Early Dine | $14.49 | 300 |
| Chicken Critters | $15.49 | 480 |
| Country Fried Chicken Early Dine | $16.49 | 770 |
| Herb Crusted Chicken | $16.49 | 260 |
| Smothered Chicken | $16.49 | 430 |
| Portobello Mushroom Chicken Select stores | $17.49 | 430 |
Typical U.S. prices, last checked October 28, 2026. Prices vary by location. How we check prices.
Calories are for the entrée alone, without sides or dipping sauce.
Grilled or fried?
Grilled chicken is much lighter. Herb Crusted Chicken (260 calories) and Grilled BBQ Chicken (300 calories) each have more than 45 g of protein. Fried options such as Chicken Critters (480 calories) and Country Fried Chicken (770 calories before gravy) are heavier but are fan favorites.
Save with Early Dine
Grilled BBQ Chicken and Country Fried Chicken are on the Early Dine menu at most locations, about $2.50 to $3.50 cheaper on weekday afternoons.
All chicken specialties
Grilled BBQ Chicken
Chicken Critters
Country Fried Chicken
Herb Crusted Chicken
Smothered Chicken
Portobello Mushroom Chicken
Chicken FAQ
What is the healthiest chicken at Texas Roadhouse?
Herb Crusted Chicken (260 calories) and Grilled BBQ Chicken (300 calories), before sides.
How much are Chicken Critters?
About $15.49 for the dinner with two sides.