Chicken Fried Steak with Gravy: Indulgent Comfort Food Recipe
This Chicken Fried Steak with Gravy recipe is the ultimate indulgent comfort food, featuring tenderized beef steak coated with a crispy flour and buttermilk breading, fried to golden perfection, and served with a rich, creamy homemade white gravy. Perfect for a hearty meal that satisfies cravings and delivers classic Southern flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients
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Steak and Breading
- 2 pieces of beef steak
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon oil
Gravy
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the steak: Gently tenderize the beef steaks to ensure they become soft and easier to cook evenly. This step helps in breaking down the muscle fibers.
- Set up breading station: Arrange three shallow dishes: one with plain all-purpose flour, one with a mixture of egg and buttermilk beaten together, and a third with all-purpose flour seasoned with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Bread the steaks: Dredge each steak first in the plain flour, then dip into the egg and buttermilk mixture, and finally coat with the seasoned flour mixture to create a crispy crust once fried.
- Fry the steaks: Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each steak until they are golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side depending on thickness.
- Make the gravy: Remove the cooked steaks from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour to form a roux and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned.
- Finish the gravy: Gradually whisk in the milk, continuously stirring to avoid lumps. Simmer the gravy until it thickens to a smooth, creamy consistency. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve: Plate the fried steaks and generously ladle the creamy gravy over the top. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use a tender cut of beef such as cube steak for best texture and flavor.
- Maintain oil temperature around medium-high to achieve a crispy crust without burning.
- For a thicker gravy, simmer a bit longer or add a slurry of flour and water if needed.
- Serve with mashed potatoes or green beans for a complete meal.
- Leftover gravy can be refrigerated and reheated gently before serving.
Keywords: Chicken Fried Steak, Beef Steak, Comfort Food, Southern Recipe, Fried Steak, White Gravy, Homemade Gravy
