Description
Savor the ultimate comfort food with this easy Chicken Fried Steak recipe, a beloved classic from Southern cuisine. Tenderized beef round steak is coated in a crispy, golden-brown breading and fried to perfection, delivering a delightful crunch with every bite. Finished with a rich and creamy gravy that enhances the flavors, this dish is perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Pair it with sides like creamy mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or sautéed green beans for an unforgettable meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Enjoy the heartwarming experience of homemade Chicken Fried Steak that’s satisfying and delicious!
Ingredients
- 1–1½ pounds beef round steak
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking oil (for frying)
- 4 tablespoons butter (for gravy)
- 2 cups whole milk (for gravy)
Instructions
- Tenderize the beef round steak using a meat mallet until about half an inch thick.
- Marinate the steak in buttermilk mixed with salt and pepper for at least one hour.
- Prepare three shallow dishes: one with seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs, and another for dry flour. Dredge each steak in flour, dip in egg, then coat again in flour.
- Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat (around 350°F/175°C). Fry the breaded steaks for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- For the gravy, melt butter in another pan, stir in leftover flour until smooth, then gradually whisk in milk until thickened.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak (180g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - Use high-quality beef for better flavor and tenderness. - Maintain oil temperature while frying to ensure crispiness; avoid overcrowding the pan. - Feel free to add spices like paprika or cayenne to the flour mixture for extra flavor.