Chicken Fried Steak

Chicken Fried Steak

🥩 Crispy, golden, and absolutely irresistible! Perfectly seasoned chicken fried steak with creamy gravy is pure comfort on a plate. 😍✨

Ingredients:

• 4 beef cube steaks (about 5 oz each)
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 1½ cups buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)

For the Gravy:

• 3 tbsp pan drippings (from frying)
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Steak
   • Pat the cube steaks dry and season lightly with salt and pepper. 🖐️
   • In a shallow dish, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
   • In another shallow dish, whisk together buttermilk and eggs.
2. Bread the Steaks
   • Dip each steak into the flour mixture, then into the buttermilk mixture, and back into the flour mixture.
   • Press the flour onto the steak to ensure a thick, even coating.
3. Fry the Steaks
   • Heat ½ inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Fry each steak for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. 🍳
4. Make the Gravy
   • Remove all but 3 tbsp of the pan drippings.
   • Add flour to the drippings and whisk for 1-2 minutes. Slowly whisk in milk, cooking until the gravy thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Serve
   • Plate the chicken fried steak, drizzle with creamy gravy, and enjoy! Pair it with mashed potatoes or biscuits for a hearty meal. 🍽️

   Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes
   Kcal: 520 kcal | Servings: 4 servings

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