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    Crispy Chicken Fried Steak

    Published: Sep 25, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Chicken fried steak gets it's name from being similar to fried chicken in the sense that it is breaded and fried to crispy, golden perfection. Not to be confused with country-fried steak which is fried with brown gravy and onions. This steak recipe is served with a white cream gravy. Chicken fried steak is the perfect steak recipe to have for dinner after a busy work day. It's quick and easy and sure to be a fast family favorite and everyone will have a clean plate.

    Chicken-Fried Steak Ingredients

    overhead shot of chicken fried steak ingredients

    Cubed Steak- This recipe is the perfect use of beef cube steak. Cubed steak is tenderized and flattened top round steak patties.

    Buttermilk- Used as a binder for the breading and a great meat tenderizer.

    Seasonings- Onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt and black pepper are used to give flavor. Hot sauce is also used for a flavor boost but not necessarily for spice.

    Oil- I use vegetable oil but canola oil can be used as well. When frying, you want high smoke point oils.

    Let's Make Some Chicken Fried Steak

    bowl of flour mixture, bowl of wet mixture, and wax paper for breading steaks

    Start by making the breading station. Add flour and all seasonings to a shallow bowl and mix to thoroughly distribute. To make the egg mixture, combine. buttermilk, hot sauce, and egg.

    breaded cube steaks on wax paper

    Take a piece of steak and dip it into the seasoned flour mixture then the buttermilk mixture then back into the seasoned flour. Repeat those steps with the remaining steaks.

    two breaded cube steaks frying in oil

    In a large skillet heat oil over medium-high heat. You only need enough oil to shallow fry the steaks. Deep frying is also an option if you have a deep fryer to use. Carefully place breaded meat in hot oil and fry for about 4 minutes each side until crispy crust is formed. Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding the frying pan.

    fried cube steaks draining on paper towel lined dish

    Drain excess oil from cooked steaks on layers of paper towels. You could also use a wire rack over a baking sheet to catch oil.

    white gravy cooking in skillet with black pepper on top

    In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons of frying oil and 2 tablespoons of seasoned flour over medium heat to make a roux. Using the pan drippings and seasoned flour helps flavor the gravy. Cook for a minute to cook out the flour. Add a cup of whole milk and mix to combine. The gravy will start to thicken. Season with salt and pepper.

    close up of plated chicken fried steak with white gravy

    Serve with mashed potatoes with peppery white gravy ladled over the golden brown steak.

    Other Fried Recipes You May Enjoy

    • Nashville Hot Chicken Tenders
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    Crispy Chicken Fried Steak

    Chicken fried steak gets it's name from being similar to fried chicken in the sense that it is breaded and fried to crispy, golden perfection and served with white cream gravy.
    4 from 1 vote
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 4

    Equipment

    Mixing Bowls
    Nonstick Skillet

    Ingredients

    Chicken Fried Steak

    • 4 cube steaks
    • 1 1/3 cup flour
    • 1/2 tsp salt
    • 1/2 tsp black pepper
    • 1/2 tsp onion powder
    • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
    • 1/2 tsp paprika
    • 1 cup buttermilk
    • 1 egg
    • 2 tsp hot sauce
    • 3/4 cup vegetable oil

    White Cream Gravy

    • 2 tbsp cooking oil
    • 2 tbsp seasoned flour
    • 1 cup milk
    • salt & pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • Start by making the breading station. Add flour and all seasonings to a shallow bowl and mix to thoroughly distribute. To make the egg mixture, combine. buttermilk, hot sauce, and egg.
    • Take a piece of steak and dip it into the seasoned flour mixture then the buttermilk mixture then back into the seasoned flour. Repeat those steps with the remaining steaks.
    • In a large skillet heat oil over medium-high heat. Carefully place breaded steaks in hot oil and fry for about 4 minutes each side until crispy crust is formed. Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding the frying pan.
    • Drain excess oil from cooked steaks on layers of paper towels. You could also use a wire rack over a baking sheet to catch oil.
    • In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons of frying oil and 2 tablespoons of seasoned flour over medium heat to make a roux. Using the pan drippings and seasoned flour helps flavor the gravy. Cook for a minute to cook out the flour. Add a cup of whole milk and mix to combine. The gravy will start to thicken. Season with salt and pepper.

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