Description
Chicken Fried Steak is a cherished Southern classic that combines crispy, golden-brown beef with rich, creamy gravy. This dish transforms humble ingredients into an unforgettable meal, perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Imagine sinking your teeth into tender steak enveloped in a crunchy coating and topped with luscious gravy—each mouthful is a warm embrace for your taste buds. Whether served with mashed potatoes or coleslaw, Chicken Fried Steak is sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef cube steaks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (plus extra for breading)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk mixed with vinegar)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup chicken broth (low-sodium)
Instructions
- Tenderize the beef until about half an inch thick and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Set up a breading station: whisk eggs and buttermilk in one bowl; mix flour with additional seasonings in another.
- Dredge each steak in the egg mixture followed by the flour, ensuring an even coat.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; fry steaks for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- For the gravy, melt butter in the same skillet, whisk in leftover flour until smooth, then slowly add chicken broth until thickened.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak (170g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg