Chicken Fried Steak and Gravy

Chicken Fried Steak and Gravy: A Comfort Food Classic

Few dishes capture the heart of Southern comfort food quite like chicken fried steak and gravy. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and smothered in a rich, creamy gravy, this dish is all about simple ingredients transformed into something deeply satisfying. Despite its name, there’s no chicken involved—this recipe uses beef, cooked in the same style as fried chicken.

Let’s walk through how to make it step by step, with tips to ensure you get that perfect golden crust and flavorful gravy.

Ingredients

For the Steak:

• 4 cube steaks (tenderized beef steaks)
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup milk
• Salt and black pepper (to taste)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Vegetable oil (for frying)

For the Gravy:

• 2–3 tablespoons of leftover frying oil
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 cups milk
• Salt and black pepper (to taste)

Step 1: Prepare the Breading Station

Set up three shallow bowls:

1. One with seasoned flour (flour + salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika)
2. One with beaten eggs mixed with milk
3. Another with plain or lightly seasoned flour

This double-dredging process is key to achieving a thick, crispy coating.

Step 2: Coat the Steaks

Take each cube steak and:

1. Dredge it in the flour mixture
2. Dip it into the egg mixture
3. Coat it again in flour, pressing gently to help the coating stick

Place the coated steaks on a plate and let them rest for about 10 minutes. This helps the coating adhere better during frying.

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