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Crispy Chicken Fried Steak Recipe with Easy Creamy Gravy Guide

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A nostalgic, comforting recipe for crispy chicken fried steak with a rich, creamy gravy made from scratch. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or cozy meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cube steaks (about 6 oz / 170 g each) – tenderized round steak, thinly pounded
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (120 g)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 large eggs, beaten, room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk (240 ml) or milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice, let sit 5 minutes
  • Vegetable oil, for frying (enough for 1 inch / 2.5 cm deep in skillet)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (45 g)
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (25 g)
  • 2 cups whole milk (480 ml), warmed
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Pat the cube steaks dry with paper towels and season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. In one shallow dish, mix the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk until smooth.
  4. Dip each steak first into the flour mixture, shaking off excess. Then dip into the egg-buttermilk mixture, letting excess drip off. Finally, dredge again in the flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure it sticks. Set aside on a plate.
  5. Pour vegetable oil into a skillet about 1 inch deep and heat over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
  6. Carefully place steaks into the hot oil without overcrowding. Fry for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Adjust heat as needed and flip gently with tongs.
  7. Transfer fried steaks to a wire rack set over a baking sheet or paper towels to drain excess oil and keep crust crispy.
  8. To make the gravy, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes without browning.
  9. Slowly add warmed milk while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Simmer gently until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  10. Season gravy with salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
  11. Serve the crispy chicken fried steak hot with creamy gravy spooned generously over the top.

Notes

Pat steaks dry thoroughly to ensure crispiness. Maintain oil temperature around 350°F (175°C) to avoid greasy or burnt crust. Drain fried steaks on a wire rack to keep crust crispy. If gravy thickens too much, whisk in a splash of milk to loosen. For gluten-free, substitute flour with almond or rice flour and use dairy-free milk and butter substitutes for dairy-free version.

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Keywords: chicken fried steak, crispy steak, creamy gravy, comfort food, southern recipe, easy dinner, family meal

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