Classic Chicken Fried Steak with Creamy Gravy
Chicken fried steak smothered in creamy gravy is the ultimate comfort food. Learn how to make this crispy, golden dish for your family dinner tonight!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
For the Steak
- 4 cube steaks (about 1 pound total)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Gravy
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- In another shallow dish, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs.
- Dredge each cube steak in the flour mixture, then dip in the buttermilk mixture, and coat again in the flour mixture. Set aside on a plate.
- Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Fry the steaks in batches for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- In a clean skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden.
- Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Cook until the gravy thickens, about 3-5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve the chicken fried steak hot, topped with the creamy gravy. Enjoy with mashed potatoes or your favorite sides.