Easy Chicken Fried Steak with Gravy
Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients
For the Chicken Fried Steak:
- 4 cube steaks about ½ inch thick
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt divided
- 1 ¼ teaspoons black pepper divided
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Gravy:
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Steaks:
- Pat the cube steaks dry with paper towels then season with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper.4 cube steaks
- In a shallow dish, combine the flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.2 cups all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- In another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk.2 large eggs, 1 cup buttermilk
Bread the Steaks:
- Dredge each cube steak in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off the excess.
- Dip the floured steaks into the buttermilk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Dredge the steaks again in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating adheres well.
Fry the Steaks:
- Heat about ¼ inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot (about 350°F).Vegetable oil
- Fry the steaks in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the cooked steaks to a foil lined baking sheet with a wire rack on top to drain excess oil.
Make the Gravy:
- Carefully drain the oil from the skillet, leaving about 2-3 tablespoons of the drippings in the pan.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add the flour to the drippings, whisking constantly to make a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until the flour is lightly browned.¼ cup all-purpose flour
- Gradually whisk in the milk and chicken broth, stirring continuously to prevent lumps.2 cups whole milk, 1 cup chicken broth
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season the gravy with salt and black pepper to taste.Salt and black pepper
- Serve the steak with mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice and top with gravy.
How to Store Leftovers
- Store the steaks and gravy separately in airtight containers in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Notes
- The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 steak and some of the gravy. Actual calories will vary.
- To keep the steak from getting soggy, line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack over the top. Place the cooked steaks on the rack after the cook that way they aren't sitting on a greasy paper towel.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Chicken Fried Steak with Gravy
Serving Size
1 steak
Amount per Serving
Calories
730
% Daily Value*
Fat
28
g
43
%
Saturated Fat
12
g
60
%
Trans Fat
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
10
g
Cholesterol
225
mg
75
%
Sodium
1135
mg
47
%
Potassium
1013
mg
29
%
Carbohydrates
64
g
21
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
9
g
10
%
Protein
53
g
106
%
Vitamin A
594
IU
12
%
Vitamin C
0.2
mg
0
%
Calcium
289
mg
29
%
Iron
7
mg
39
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
