Description
Chicken Fried Steak is a beloved Southern comfort dish featuring tender beef coated in a crispy, golden-brown crust. This recipe delivers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home. Paired with rich, creamy gravy, this meal is sure to satisfy even the heartiest appetites. Whether you’re an experienced cook or just starting out, this Chicken Fried Steak will impress your guests and leave them asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef round steak (top round or sirloin)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (plus extra for the gravy)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 4 tbsp butter (for gravy)
- 2 cups beef broth
Instructions
- 1. Tenderize the beef steak to about half an inch thickness and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- 2. Set up your breading station: whisk eggs and milk in one bowl; mix flour, salt, and pepper in another.
- 3. Dip each steak into the egg mixture, letting excess drip off before coating in flour. Set aside.
- 4. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 350°F). Fry each steak for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- 5. For the gravy, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, whisk in flour until golden brown. Gradually add beef broth while stirring until thickened.
- 6. Serve the Chicken Fried Steak drizzled with gravy alongside your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of Chicken Fried Steak with gravy (150g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg