Outback Steakhouse Bloomin’ Fried Chicken 🍗🔥
Craving that crispy, spicy, flavor-packed chicken from Outback? This Bloomin’ Fried Chicken recipe brings the restaurant favorite straight to your kitchen — golden-fried, loaded with bold seasoning, and topped with a creamy, zesty bloom sauce. Perfect for weekend dinners, game nights, or when you want something irresistibly indulgent! 💥
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup buttermilk
1 large egg
1 tbsp hot sauce (optional, for kick)
For the Dredging Flour:
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
½ tsp dried oregano
¼ tsp white pepper
For Frying:
Vegetable oil (enough to deep fry, about 2–3 inches in a large skillet or pot)
For the Bloomin’ Onion Sauce:
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp sour cream
1 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp horseradish (prepared)
½ tsp paprika
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Marinate the Chicken:
Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound gently until about ½-inch thick for even cooking. In a bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce. Submerge the chicken in the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for max flavor). - Make the Sauce:
In a small bowl, mix together all sauce ingredients until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve—this sauce gets even better as it sits! - Prepare the Seasoned Flour:
In a shallow bowl or pie plate, whisk together the flour and all the listed spices. This is what gives the chicken that signature Outback-style kick. - Dredge the Chicken:
Remove chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece generously in the seasoned flour. Press the flour mixture into the chicken to create a thick, craggy coating—this is key to that ultra-crispy texture. Let rest on a rack for 10 minutes. - Fry the Chicken:
Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully place the chicken in the hot oil, frying one or two at a time. Cook for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Transfer to a wire rack to drain. - Assemble and Serve:
Plate the fried chicken and spoon a generous amount of Bloomin’ Onion Sauce over the top. Serve with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or seasoned fries. Add extra sauce on the side for dipping!
🍽️ Prep Time: 15 minutes (+1 hour marinating) | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 2 large portions