Texas Roadhouse • Chicken & Ribs
Chicken Critters
Hand-breaded chicken tenders with honey mustard, served with fries
Typical U.S. price — actual prices vary by location, franchise, and ordering platform.
Menu Labeling & Nutrition Information
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Full nutrition information — including saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars, and fiber — is available upon request from the restaurant and in the official nutrition guide. Calorie counts shown are approximate and based on official restaurant nutrition data; values may vary by location, preparation, and portion size.
Everything You Need to Know About the Chicken Critters
The Chicken Critters is hand-breaded chicken tenders with honey mustard, served with fries It comes in at 720 calories with 36g of protein, and is priced at $12.99 in the Chicken & Ribs section of the Texas Roadhouse menu — about 1.80 cents per 100 calories. Texas Roadhouse is a steakhouse chain with over 700 locations known for hand-cut steaks, made-from-scratch sides, fresh-baked bread with cinnamon butter, and legendary margaritas. The Texas Roadhouse menu with prices for 2026 ranges from $9.99 for lunch specials to $34.99 for premium steaks like the 20oz Bone-In Ribeye.
How the Chicken Critters compares to similar Texas Roadhouse items
| Item | Price | Calories | Price / 100 cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Critters (this item) | $12.99 | 720 | 1.80 |
| Grilled BBQ Chicken | $14.99 | 580 | 2.58 |
| Smothered Chicken | $16.49 | 640 | 2.58 |
| Half Rack Baby Back Ribs | $16.99 | 820 | 2.07 |
| Full Rack Baby Back Ribs | $22.99 | 1240 | 1.85 |
Average price in the Chicken & Ribs section: $16.89. This item is below the section average.
How the Chicken Critters compares at other chains
Compare the Chicken Critters across all chains →| Chain | Comparable item | Price | vs Texas Roadhouse |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Roadhouse | Chicken Critters | $12.99 | — |
| Applebee's | Unlimited Chicken Tenders | $15.99 | $3.00 less |
| Arby's | Classic Chicken Sandwich | $4.99 | $8.00 more |
| Bojangles | Cajun Chicken Sandwich | $4.99 | $8.00 more |
| Boston Market | Quarter White Rotisserie Chicken Meal | $8.99 | $4.00 more |
Prices are approximate national averages from our menu tracking data.
Texas Roadhouse secret menu items
Cheesy Fries · $5.99
Crispy fries smothered in melted cheese and bacon bits — not listed but easy to order
How to order: Order an order of fries and ask for 'cheese and bacon on top.'
Roadhouse Quesadilla · $10.99
Flour tortilla with steak or chicken, melted cheese, and jalapeños — grilled crispy
How to order: Ask for a 'steak quesadilla with jalapeños' — they'll make it from the fajita ingredients.
Dietary & allergen information
Is the Chicken Critters good value at Texas Roadhouse?
At $12.99, the Chicken Critters costs about 1.80 cents per 100 calories against a $16.89 average in the Chicken & Ribs section. Value depends on what you order alongside it — pair it with the cheapest Texas Roadhouse sides for the best total meal cost.
How to order the Chicken Critters at Texas Roadhouse
The Chicken Critters is available at Texas Roadhouse locations nationwide — dine-in, takeout, and in most markets delivery through the Texas Roadhouse app or third-party services. Order through the official Texas Roadhouse ordering page for pickup and delivery. Prices vary by location — check the current full Texas Roadhouse menu for the latest pricing.
Pro Tips for Ordering the Chicken Critters
- 1At 720 calories, this is one of the higher-calorie items on the menu — plan portions accordingly.
- 2Check current Texas Roadhouse deals — Early Dine Specials — Mon-Fri 4-6 PM (through 2026-12-31).
- 3Prices have trended +4.6% vs 2025 on our tracking — expect slight variation by location.
Tips compiled from customer reviews on Google, Yelp, Reddit, and our menu tracking data.
Payment & holiday hours
Accepted payment
- Credit & debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover)
- Cash
- Gift cards
- Apple Pay & Google Pay
Holiday closures
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Typical closures — individual locations may vary. Confirm locally before visiting.
Chicken Critters prices by city (estimated)
Prices vary by location. Estimates for the Texas Roadhouse national-average pricing model:
- Atlanta: $15.65 (Estimated — on par with national average — Hand-Cut 6oz USDA Choice Sirloin)
- Charlotte: $15.35 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Hand-Cut 6oz USDA Choice Sirloin)
- Nashville: $15.35 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Hand-Cut 6oz USDA Choice Sirloin)
- Orlando: $16.30 (Estimated — higher operating costs — Hand-Cut 6oz USDA Choice Sirloin)
- Houston: $15.35 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Hand-Cut 6oz USDA Choice Sirloin)
- Richmond: $15.05 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Hand-Cut 6oz USDA Choice Sirloin)
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About Texas Roadhouse
Texas Roadhouse is a steakhouse chain with over 700 locations known for hand-cut steaks, made-from-scratch sides, fresh-baked bread with cinnamon butter, and legendary margaritas. The Texas Roadhouse menu with prices for 2026 ranges from $9.99 for lunch specials to $34.99 for premium steaks like the 20oz Bone-In Ribeye. Texas Roadhouse is famous for its USDA Choice steaks, Cactus Blossom appetizer, Loaded Sweet Potato, and complimentary peanuts at every table. The Texas Roadhouse kids menu offers meals at $5.99. Texas Roadhouse early dine specials run Monday-Friday 4-6 PM. Whether you're looking for the Texas Roadhouse menu with prices, Texas Roadhouse early dine specials, Texas Roadhouse allergen menu, or Texas Roadhouse gluten free options, this guide covers every item.
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Prices and customer sentiment sourced from the official Texas Roadhouse website, nutrition guide, and public reviews. Source: www.texasroadhouse.com