Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this classic Southern dish of Chicken Fried Steak smothered in creamy gravy. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, it’s a hearty and satisfying meal that’s perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Steak:
- 4 cube steaks (about 1 1/2 pounds)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Coating:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
For Frying:
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for gravy)
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the Steaks: Pat steaks dry and season with a mixture of flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the Steaks: Dip each steak in the seasoned flour, then in a mixture of eggs and buttermilk, and coat again in flour.
- Fry the Steaks: Fry in hot oil until golden and crispy on both sides. Drain on paper towels.
- Make the Gravy: In the same skillet, make a roux with flour, then gradually whisk in milk until thickened. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Serve: Smother the steaks with warm gravy and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra crispiness, double-dip the steaks in the flour and egg mixture.
- Pair with mashed potatoes or biscuits for a classic Southern meal.
- If the gravy thickens too much, adjust consistency with a splash of milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak with gravy
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
