Chicken-Fried Steak
Chicken-Fried Steak is the ultimate comfort food that wraps tender beef in a crispy golden crust and douses it with rich, creamy gravy. This Southern classic is perfect for family gatherings, cozy dinners, or impressing guests. With simple ingredients and foolproof techniques, you’ll create a mouthwatering dish that brings warmth to your table. Get ready for a flavor-packed experience that’s both nostalgic and satisfying!
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless round steak
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 cup milk or cream (for gravy)
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Marinate the steak in buttermilk for at least 1 hour.
- Set up a breading station: combine flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in one bowl; pour additional buttermilk into another.
- Dredge marinated steak first in buttermilk, then coat thoroughly with the flour mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Fry coated steaks for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove steaks and make gravy using drippings; whisk in flour, then gradually add milk or cream and chicken broth until thickened.
- Serve the Chicken-Fried Steak topped with gravy alongside mashed potatoes or biscuits.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak with gravy (200g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, include Cajun seasoning in the flour mix or substitute traditional gravy with mushroom gravy. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days and reheat in an oven at 350°F for optimal crispiness.