Chicken Fried Steak
Chicken fried steak is a quintessential comfort food that features crispy, golden-brown breading enveloping tender beef. This dish is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, offering rich flavors and a delightful crunch with every bite. Elevate your meal by pairing it with creamy gravy for an unforgettable experience that feels like home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef round steak
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- Optional gravy: 1 cup milk, 2 tbsp butter, 2 tbsp flour, salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Soak the beef round steak in buttermilk for at least one hour.
- Set up a breading station with flour mixed with paprika, salt, and pepper in one bowl, and whisked eggs in another.
- Dredge each steak first in the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with the seasoned flour.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the breaded steaks for 4–5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- For optional gravy: In the same skillet, mix leftover oil with flour and milk over medium heat until thickened; season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak (150g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg