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The Ultimate Chicken Fried Steak is fried to golden perfection and topped with the creamiest gravy you can imagine. It&#x27;s hard to imagine a more quintessential Southern meal. The hard part is deciding whether you want to make it for breakfast or dinner. My family can&#x27;t get enough of these tender steaks with that delightful crispy, crunchy coating. And the gravy? Heaven!

The Ultimate Chicken Fried Steak

all purpose flour

tsp fresh ground black pepper, divided

tsp kosher salt

tsp smoked paprika

onion powder

garlic powder

tsp baking soda

tsp baking powder

buttermilk

tsps TABASCO® Sauce (original)

eggs

vegetable oil

tbsp grease

tbsp flour

milk

heavy whipping cream

salt and pepper

In a shallow bowl, whisk together flour, one teaspoon black pepper, one teaspoon salt, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.

In a separate shallow bowl, whisk together buttermilk , TABASCO® Sauce, and eggs. Set aside.

Pat cube steaks dry with a paper towel, removing as much moisture as possible. Season with one teaspoon of salt and one teaspoon of pepper. Let sit for 5 minutes and pat dry again with paper towel.

Dredge the cube steaks in the flour mixture, shaking off excess, then dredge in the buttermilk-egg mixture, letting excess drip off, and then once again in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.&nbsp;

Place breaded cube steaks on a sheet pan or metal rack and press any of the remaining flour mixture into the cube steaks making sure that the entire steak is completely coated. Let sit for 10 minutes.

Preheat oven to 225 to 250 F.

Meanwhile, heat vegetable oil in a heavy skillet or large cast iron skillet over medium high heat. How much oil you need depends on the size of your skillet. You want it to be about 1/4-inch deep. We aren't deep frying the steaks, just shallow frying.&nbsp;

Test the oil by dropping a bit of the breading into in. The oil should sizzle and bubble around the breading. Look for the oil to be glistening but not smoking - about 320-340 degrees F. Now we're ready to fry.

Place two steaks into the pan at a time and fry for 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Do not flip more than once or the breading will fall off. Do not fry more than two steaks or the pan will be too crowded and the breading will fall off.&nbsp;

Remove steaks from pan and drain on paper towels. Place in preheated oven. Turn skillet heat to medium.

Pour the remaining grease into a heat safe bowl or glass measuring cup (I used my Pyrex). Do NOT scrape the skillet clean. We want all of those bits of yumminess to remain in the skillet so they can flavor the gravy.

Add back in 4 tablespoons of the grease to the hot skillet.

Whisk in flour and continue whisking for two to three minutes or until nice and golden brown.

Combine the cream and milk and slowly drizzle in about 2 1/2 cups into the skillet, whisking constantly. It might look a little crazy right at the beginning, but it will all come together.

Continue whisking and bring the gravy to a simmer. Cook until the gravy is smooth and creamy, about 5 to 7 minutes. If the gravy gets too thick, add in a little more milk. Season with salt and pepper to taste. (Mine didn't need any salt but LOTS of pepper!)

Serve chicken fried steak with gravy and mashed potatoes and your favorite green veggies. ENJOY!

Chicken Fried Steak Gravy

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The Ultimate Chicken Fried Steak is fried to golden perfection and topped with the creamiest gravy you can imagine, sure to quickly become a family favorite. It’s hard to imagine a more quintessential Southern meal than Chicken Fried Steak and Gravy. The hard part is deciding whether you want to make it for breakfast or dinner. My family can’t get enough of these tender steaks with that delightful crispy, crunchy coating. And the gravy? Heaven!

CHICKEN FRIED STEAK

Lightened up and easy to make, yet still so delicious, this is a hearty dish your whole family will love!

Baked Chicken Fried Steak

cube steak ((use Certified Angus Beef brand

flour

salt

bread crumbs

chicken gravy (optional)

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Spray a baking sheet with non-stick spray.

Combine flour, salt, and bread crumbs in one bowl.

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and milk together.

Dip one cube steak into the flour mixture first.

Next, dip the cube steak in the egg mixture.

Dip it in the flour mixture one more time.

Place on the baking sheet.

Repeat the steps for the remaining steak cubes.

Place tray in the oven and bake for 10 minutes.

Turn the steaks over and bake for another 5-10 minutes.

When the meat is done and the breading is browned, the chicken fried steak is ready.

Warm the gravy in the microwave and serve alongside the steaks.

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Lightened up and easy to make, yet still so delicious, this Baked Chicken Fried Steak is a hearty dish your whole family will love!

This authentic Texas chicken fried steak recipe shares my family secrets to crispy, well-developed batter and rich and creamy gravy!

The Ultimate Texas Chicken Fried Steak Recipe

all-purpose flour

seasoning salt

black pepper

cornstarch

c. milk

canola oil, for frying

West Texas Gravy:

flour (grab some of the seasoned flour from breading the steaks)

whole milk

lemon juice

garlic powder and onion powder

Begin with the round steak. Place the round...

Begin with the round steak. Place the round steak inside the butcher paper it comes in, or use parchment or wax paper to cover the individual steaks on both sides while pounding flat. Pound out your steaks with a tenderizing mallet to thin 1/4-inch slices. They will get bigger and wider as you go.  I alternate between the spiky side and the flat side of the mallet as I go.

Combine the flour, seasoning salt, freshly cracked black...

Combine the flour, seasoning salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and cornstarch in a bowl and whisk it well, then place it on a large platter.

In a glass dish (big enough to dunk...

In a glass dish (big enough to dunk a whole steak) combine the three eggs and milk and whisk into a thin mixture to make an egg wash.

Dip each steak into flour, shake it off,...

Dip each steak into flour, shake it off, then into egg wash, shake it off, then back into the flour. Place each steak on a nice big cookie sheet. Repeat with all the steaks, then transfer into the refrigerator for a half-hour. Do not skip this step. This is giving the flour mixture time to bind and develop. Meanwhile, you can clean up, remembering to reserve 4 tablespoons of seasoned flour for the gravy.

To cook the steaks, fill a cast-iron skillet...

To cook the steaks, fill a cast-iron skillet about halfway with canola oil. Heat the oil to 350°F on medium-high heat. (You can test the oil with the back of a wooden spoon. When it bubbles around the spoon, it’s hot enough. This happens at about 350°F.)

Using tongs, place a steak in the oil....

Using tongs, place a steak in the oil. It should immediately start to bubble and cook, but not explode with activity. If it does, you will want to turn the heat down a nudge. Depending on the size of your skillet, you can cook two or more at the same time. Especially if you preheated that cast-iron skillet. You may have to monitor the heat when adding new steaks. I think a good secret is to let the majority of the first steak get nice and well fried on one side before trying to add in another one.

Watch the edges of the steak for a...

Watch the edges of the steak for a golden-brown color. The edges will tell you what it looks like underneath! When you feel like the sides look golden brown, flip the steak and repeat frying on the other side, 4-5 minutes depending on the pan used.

As each steak is done, remove it from...

As each steak is done, remove it from the pan and immediately salt it on each side. Hold on a cookie sheet in a preheated oven at about 225°F. This will keep them hot while you cook the other steaks, but they are best served quickly for maximum crispiness.

When all of the steaks are resting and...

When all of the steaks are resting and toasting in the oven, pour all the grease out of the skillet except about 3–4 tablespoons and turn the heat down to low. Sprinkle in the reserved flour and whisk until a brown paste begins to form.

Slowly whisk in one can of milk and...

Slowly whisk in one can of milk and whisk until it is thoroughly combined. Turn the heat up to medium and whisk as the gravy begins to take form and thicken, which happens when the mixture starts to simmer. Little bubbles will begin to form. Keep the heat around medium.

I usually add another 1/2 can of milk...

I usually add another 1/2 can of milk as I decide how thin/thick I want my gravy . . . that’s just a preference thing. Feel free to do what you like. Add the lemon juice, onion and garlic powder, and salt. We crack freshly ground pepper in just before serving and sprinkle on fresh thyme from our herb garden.

Top the chicken-fried steaks with gravy and serve...

Top the chicken-fried steaks with gravy and serve with your favorite sides.

Cube steak is the secret to quick, delicious meals. Learn how to cook it perfectly with this easy recipe and tips. Try it out tonight!

Cube Steak Recipe

vegetable or canola oil

lbs. steak

Tony's seasoning

hot sauce

Worcestershire sauce

Salt and pepper

Make an assembly line with a baking sheet, two pie plates, and paper towel lined plate.

In one pie plate, add the flour and Tony's seasoning and a little black pepper.

In the other pie plate, add the buttermilk and gently whisk in the egg and hot sauce.

Sprinkle steaks with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire.

Dredge steaks in flour, then dip in buttermilk mixture, then dredge in flour again. Or if you want even more breading, start by dipping in the milk, then flour, then milk again, then flour again. You may need to add more flour and/or more milk to your pans. Lay steaks on baking sheet.

Heat oil on medium in a large cast-iron skillet. When oil is hot, place two to three pieces of steak in skillet and fry each side until golden brown, 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove steaks and place on a paper-towel lined plate. Serve immediately.

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Cube steak is best floured and fried in a skillet. Tender and delicious, cube steak cooks quickly so it's perfect for a weeknight meal. This is Southern comfort food at its best!

Fried Cube Steak

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What To Serve With Chicken Fried Steak

chicken fried steak

Make the best Italian sausage at home.

Make a side dish from the list above. You can eat chicken fried steak with chicken fried steak are green beans, french fries, mashed sweet potato, zucchini noodles, southern-style biscuits, coleslaw, creamed corn, collard greens, mac and cheese, and sautéed mushrooms.

Serve and enjoy a wonderful meal :)

You can make delicious chicken fried steak like Cracker Barrel with this easy copycat recipe.

Cracker Barrel Country Fried Steak

½ cup saltine cracker crumbs

water

tenderized cube steaks

Pour 3 to 4 inches of oil into a deep fryer or large pot, and heat the oil to 350°F.

Combine the flour, cracker crumbs, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Mix well.

In another shallow dish, combine the buttermilk and water. Mix well.

Dip the cube steaks into the flour mixture and shake off the excess.

Dip the flour-coated cube steaks into the buttermilk, shake off the excess.

Dredge the cube steaks in the flour again.

Place the breaded steaks on a wire rack resting on a baking sheet. Allow the breading to set up for 5 minutes. This helps to set the breading on the steak.

Place the breaded steaks into the hot oil. Fry the steaks for 3 to 5 minutes on one side, until the sides of the meat start to brown and the top of the meat starts to cook.

Gently flip the steaks away from you to avoid splashing hot oil onto yourself, and fry for 3 to 5 minutes on the other side.

When both sides are golden brown and crispy, remove the steaks from the hot oil and drain on a clean wire rack over a baking sheet.

Oh my, this Chicken Fried Steak recipe takes me right back to Cracker Barrel's cozy dining room! I whipped this up for Sunday dinner, and my three grandkids couldn't get enough. They said it tasted just like the "special restaurant steak," and let me tell you, there were no leftovers! Thank you for sharing this delightful recipe. It's a new family favorite! 😊

Wow, this recipe is an absolute winner! I made it for dinner last night, and it was a huge hit with my family. The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the step-by-step instructions made it a breeze to follow.

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Make delicious tender country fried steak just like the Cracker Barrel does at home.

This Chicken Fried Steak with country gravy recipe is the ultimate southern comfort food. It&#x27;s even better than Cracker Barrel!

Chicken Fried Steak

each)

tsp salt

tsp pepper

paprika

cayenne pepper

oil,

Tbsp butter

Tbsp all purpose flour

chicken stock

milk (warmed)

salt,

pepper,

Melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted,...

Melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, gradually stir in flour to form a roux.

Gradually stir in stock and milk, stirring continuously...

Gradually stir in stock and milk, stirring continuously to avoid clumps. Add salt, pepper and cayenne.

Simmer till the gravy has thickened to your...

Simmer till the gravy has thickened to your liking. Adjust for seasoning.

Preheat 1/4 inch deep oil in a skillet...

Preheat 1/4 inch deep oil in a skillet over medium high heat to 350°F.

Mix the egg, milk and hot sauce in...

Mix the egg, milk and hot sauce in a shallow bowl. Combine flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika and cayenne together on a plate.

Pat the cube steaks dry and season with...

Pat the cube steaks dry and season with salt and pepper. Dredge first in the flour mixture, then the milk mixture, then again in the flour mixture.

Fry the cube steaks about 3-4 minutes per...

Fry the cube steaks about 3-4 minutes per side, until crispy and golden brown. Work in batches. When steaks are cooked, remove to a wire rack to drain.

Serve with white country gravy and your choice...

Serve with white country gravy and your choice of sides.

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