When it comes to classic comfort food, Old Fashioned Chicken Fried Steak with Pan Gravy is a dish that is sure to satisfy. This hearty and savory dish is made with cubed steak that is coated in a seasoned flour mixture, then fried until golden brown and crispy. The pan gravy, made with the drippings from the steak, adds an extra layer of flavor and richness to the dish. Served with mashed potatoes, green beans, and a side of gravy, this Old Fashioned Chicken Fried Steak is a meal that will warm your soul and leave you feeling satisfied.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHICKEN FRIED STEAK - A COUNTRY FRIED STEAK RECIPE
Chicken Fried Steak (also known as Fried Cubed Steak or Country Fried Steak) is downright delicious. This 20-minute meal consists of perfectly seasoned and breaded cubed steak that is pan fried and topped with homemade gravy.
Provided by Barbara
Categories Entree Main Course
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk 1 cup milk and eggs.
- Mix flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder and chili powder in a second large bowl. Reserve 1/3 cup of flour mixture aside for gravy.
- Dip each cube steak in milk mixture, and then coat generously in flour mixture. Let the coated cube steak sit for 5 minutes.
- Fill a large skillet with 1/2 inch of frying oil (see notes for best types). Heat on medium high until hot; fry steaks for 5-7 minutes on the first side or until browned; flip and cook on the second side for an additional 5 minutes of until browned to your desired liking.
- Remove from oil to a paper-towel lined plate. Remove paper towels, put plate with steaks in a 200 degree oven to keep hot while making gravy.
- Drain cooking oil, reserving 1/3 cup of drippings in the pan.
- Add reserved 1/3 cup flour mixture to the drippings; whisk until smooth.
- Turn heat to medium; stir in 2 cups milk, whisking constantly.
- Bring gravy to a boil and cook for 2 minutes or until thick. Taste, and salt as desired.
- Serve gravy over cubed steak and mashed potatoes.
CHICKEN FRIED STEAK WITH GRAVY
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For the steak: Begin with setting up an assembly line of dishes. Mix the milk with the eggs in one; the flour mixed with the seasoned salt, 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper, paprika and cayenne in another; and the meat in a third. Then have one clean plate at the end to receive the breaded meat.
- Work with one piece of meat at a time. Sprinkle both sides with kosher salt and black pepper, then place it in the flour mixture. Turn to coat. Place the meat into the milk/egg mixture, turning to coat. Finally, place it back in the flour and turn to coat (dry mixture/wet mixture/dry mixture). Place the breaded meat on the clean plate, then repeat with the remaining meat.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the butter. Drop in a few sprinkles of flour to make sure it's sufficiently hot. When the butter sizzles immediately, you know it's ready. (It should not brown right away, if it does, the fire is too hot.) Cook the meat, 3 pieces at a time, until the edges start to look golden brown, about 2 minutes each side. Remove the meat to a paper towel-lined plate and keep them warm by covering lightly with another plate or a sheet of foil. Repeat until all the meat is cooked.
- After all the meat is fried, pour off the grease into a heatproof bowl. Without cleaning the skillet, return it to the stove over medium-low heat. Add 1/4 cup of the grease back to the skillet and allow it to heat up.
- For the gravy: When the grease is hot, sprinkle the flour evenly over the grease. Using a whisk, mix the flour with the grease, creating a golden-brown paste. Add more flour if it looks overly greasy; add a little more grease if it becomes too pasty/clumpy. Keep cooking until the roux reaches a deep golden brown color.
- Pour in the milk, whisking constantly. Add the seasoned salt and black pepper to taste and cook, whisking, until the gravy is smooth and thick, 5 to 10 minutes. Be prepared to add more milk if it becomes overly thick. Be sure to taste to make sure gravy is sufficiently seasoned.
- Serve the meat next to a big side of mashed potatoes. Pour gravy over the whole shebang!
CHICKEN FRIED STEAK AND GRAVY
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories main-dish
Time 1h25m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place a large piece of plastic wrap on a clean surface. Place a piece of the steak on the plastic wrap and top with a second piece of plastic wrap. Using the textured side of a meat mallet, tenderize the steak until it is very thin. Flip and repeat on the other side. Repeat with the remaining pieces of meat. Season generously with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Place 4 cups of the flour in a large bowl or shallow dish. Combine the eggs and 1/4 cup of the milk in a separate bowl. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Flick some flour into the oil; when it sizzles the oil is hot enough. Dredge the steak in the flour, coating both sides and shaking off excess. Dip in the milk and then again in the flour. Fry the steak, a few pieces at a time, until the edges turn golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Pour the cooking grease into a heatproof bowl or measuring cup. Without cleaning the skillet, return it to the stove over medium-low heat. Add 1/4 cup of the drippings to the skillet, scraping up all the brown bits on the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. When the oil is hot, whisk in the remaining 1/4 cup flour until the flour begins to brown, about 2 minutes. Slowly add the remaining 2 cups milk, whisking constantly until the gravy begins to thicken, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the fried steak to a serving plate and drizzle with the gravy.
CHICKEN FRIED STEAK I
Breaded and deep fried beef cutlets are known as chicken fried steak because of the similarity in cooking method to fried chicken. This is a family recipe that we have used for years. Vegetable oil may be used in place of shortening for frying.
Provided by Barbara
Categories Main Dish Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut top loin crosswise into 4 (4 ounce) cutlets. Using a glancing motion, pound each cutlet thinly with a moistened mallet or the side of a cleaver.
- In a large, heavy skillet, heat 1/2 inch shortening to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).
- While the shortening is heating, prepare cutlets. In a shallow bowl, beat together egg, buttermilk, salt and pepper. In another shallow dish, mix together garlic powder and 1cup flour. Dip cutlets in flour, turning to evenly coat both sides. Dip in egg mixture, coating both sides, then in flour mixture once again.
- Place cutlets in heated shortening. Cook until golden brown, turning once. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels. Repeat with remaining cutlets. Drain grease, reserving 1/2 cup.
- Using the reserved drippings in the pan, prepare gravy over medium heat. Blend in 1/4 cup flour to form a paste. Gradually add milk to desired consistency, stirring constantly. For a thicker gravy add less milk; for a thinner gravy stir in more. Heat through, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve over chicken fried steak.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 616.6 calories, Carbohydrate 44.4 g, Cholesterol 134.2 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 48.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 249.6 mg, Sugar 14.6 g
MOM'S OLD FASHIONED FRIED CHICKEN
Wonderful fried chicken that has been in my family for years and years!
Provided by Denise
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Fried Chicken Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Put the flour, salt, pepper and garlic powder in a brown paper bag. One by one, coat the chicken parts with mixture.
- In a large skillet, fry the chicken in 1 inch of hot oil until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pan and drain the oil.
- Put the chicken back into the pan and cover the pieces with cooking sherry. Cover the pan and reduce to simmer. Let simmer for 20 minutes. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1767.5 calories, Carbohydrate 17.5 g, Cholesterol 129.3 mg, Fat 169.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 42.4 g, SaturatedFat 25.4 g, Sodium 363.9 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
COUNTRY FRIED STEAK AND MILK GRAVY
I have been making this for years and my family just loves it. The gravy is great served over the steak, or on mashed potatoes.
Provided by LIKESTOCOOK
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Beef Steaks
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Season meat with 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper; set aside. In a shallow dish, mix flour with 1 teaspoon of the pepper. Dredge each steak in flour. Dip in beaten egg, then dredge in flour again.
- Heat lard in a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Fry steaks 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Pour off all but 2 tablespoons of the fat. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of the dredging flour into oil. Cook over medium heat for 1 minute, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of skillet. Gradually whisk in milk. Cook, stirring frequently, 3 to 4 minutes, or until thickened and bubbly. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoons pepper; gravy should be quite peppery.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 502.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.5 g, Cholesterol 180.8 mg, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 33.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 409.7 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
FRIED CHICKEN WITH PAN GRAVY
Mom's traditional fried chicken always cooked up golden brown and crispy. Drizzled with the pan gravy, this dish is real comfort food. -Ginny Werkmeister, Tilden, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings (1-1/2 cups gravy).
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first five ingredients. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat., In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1/4 in. of oil; fry chicken until browned on all sides. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 30-35 minutes or until juices run clear, turning occasionally. Uncover and cook 5 minutes longer. Remove chicken to paper towels and keep warm., Pour off excess fat from the skillet, reserving the browned bits and 2 tablespoons drippings. Stir in flour and salt until blended; gradually add the milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 468 calories, Fat 32g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 232mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 35g protein.
CHICKEN-FRIED STEAK & GRAVY
As a child, my grandmother taught me how to make this chicken-fried steak. I taught my daughters, and when my granddaughters are bigger, I'll show them, too. -Donna Cater, Fort Ann, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place 1 cup flour in a shallow bowl. In a separate shallow bowl, whisk eggs and 1/2 cup milk until blended. Sprinkle steaks with 3/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Dip in flour to coat both sides; shake off excess. Dip in egg mixture, then again in flour., In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat 1/4 in. of oil over medium heat. Add steaks; cook until golden brown and a thermometer reads 160°, 4-6 minutes on each side. Remove from pan; drain on paper towels. Keep warm., Remove all but 2 tablespoons oil from pan. Stir in the remaining 1/4 cup flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper until smooth; cook and stir over medium heat until golden brown, 3-4 minutes. Gradually whisk in water and remaining milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Serve with steaks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 563 calories, Fat 28g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 148mg cholesterol, Sodium 839mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 46g protein.
FRIED CHICKEN WITH CREAMY GRAVY
Seasoned fried chicken is served with a rich gravy made from the pan drippings. It's down home goodness that's definitely not for dieters! Takes some preparation, but is definitely worth it. Enjoy!
Provided by Gina
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Fried Chicken Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, beat together 1/2 cup milk and egg. In a resealable plastic bag, mix together the flour, garlic salt, paprika, pepper and poultry seasoning. Place chicken in bag, seal, and shake to coat. Dip chicken in milk and egg mixture, then once more in flour mixture. Reserve any remaining flour mixture.
- In a large skillet, heat oil to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C). Place coated chicken in the hot oil, and brown on all sides. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue cooking chicken until tender, about 30 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet, and drain on paper towels.
- Discard all but 2 tablespoons of the frying oil. Over low heat, stir in 2 tablespoons of the reserved flour mixture. Stirring constantly, cook about 2 minutes. Whisk in chicken stock, scraping browned bits off bottom of skillet. Stir in 1 cup milk, and bring all to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 5 minutes. Serve immediately with the chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 507.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Cholesterol 141.8 mg, Fat 29 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 40.5 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 588.3 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
CHICKEN FRIED STEAK WITH PAN GRAVY
This recipe is the best one for Chicken Fried Steak that I have tried. I got it from an old Southern Cooking cookbook and have been making it for years. I love the gravy! I use round steak when I make this. Prep time is estimated.
Provided by keen5
Categories Breakfast
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Pound steak to 1/4" thick or ask butcher to tenderize; cut into 6 pieces, if using round steak.
- Beat eggs and water together in pie plate.
- Mix flour, cornmeal, salt and pepper on wax paper.
- Dip steaks in egg mixture.
- Dip in seasoned flour mixture to coat well.
- Brown meat, 3 pieces at a time, in hot oil on both sides in a large heavy skillet.
- Return all meat to skillet; lower heat; cover.
- Cook 20 minutes or until tender.
- Remove steaks to a heated platter.
- To prepare pan gravy, pour off all but 3 tblsp.
- of the pan drippings; blend in flour.
- Stir in milk, salt and pepper.
- Continue cooking and stirring until gravy thickens and bubbles for 1 minute.
- If gravy is too thick, add more milk.
OLD-FASHIONED CHICKEN FRIED STEAK WITH PAN GRAVY
This was a staple at my house growing up in the late 60's. With my Dad hard at work, Mom always wanted a good hearty meal for him to come home to. This was, and still is, one of his all-time favorites.
Provided by JoAnn Lynn
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat 1/4 inch oil in heavy skillet on med-high heat.
- Combine 1 cup milk with egg. Pour into a shallow pie pan.
- Season 1 cup flour with garlic powder, salt and pepper. Sift together in another pie pan.
- Tenderize the steak well and trim off excess fat.
- Dip the meat into egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture. Press flour into the meat. Repeat for a crispier coating.
- When oil is hot, fry meat for 9-12 minutes.
- This allows additional tenderizing of the meat. When fried meat is golden brown, drain on paper towels.
- FOR GRAVY:.
- Pour off all but 4 Tbsp of the cooking oil from skillet.
- Over medium heat, slowly stir in the flour, stirring constantly.
- Combine milk and water. Slowly add to skillet; stirring constantly. Loosen bits from bottom of pan while stirring. This is where the flavor is.
- Add salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil. When bubbling, lower heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Serve this dish with Mashed Potatoes.
QUICK CHICKEN-FRIED STEAK WITH PAN GRAVY
This is one of the many main dishes I ate growing up. It would either be beef steak or venison steak.
Provided by Lavender Lynn
Categories Steak
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine 1/2 C flour and 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp pepper and 1 tsp paprika on a plate.
- Stir with fork until well blended.
- Put 1/2 C milk in bowl.
- Dip steak in milk first, then coat generously with flour mixture.
- Heat oil in skillet until it reaches 375°F.
- Add steaks to skillet.
- Cook until seared and well crusted on one side, about 2 minutes.
- Turn steaks with tongs, cook 2 more minutes for medium.
- Transfer steaks to a plate. Keep warm.
- To prepare gravy, pour off all but 4 T cooking oil from pan.
- Return pan to medium heat.
- Whisk in remaining 4 T flour; cook 1 minute.
- Whisk in milk; cook until thick, 3 minutes.
- Add more milk if gravy becomes too thick.
- Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Serve with steak and mashed potatoes.
OLD FASHIONED POUNDED CHICKEN FRIED STEAK
This is the way I usually make my chicken fried steak. I am guessing on the time for pounding the ingredients into the steak.
Provided by bullwinkle
Categories Steak
Time 1h
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- combine flour, salt and pepper on a sheet of wax paper.
- Pound steak until 1/4 inch thick with a meat mallet or edge of plate.
- Then pound in as much seasoned flour as possible.
- Beat egg and milk in a shallow dish.
- Dip pounded steak first in egg/milk mixture.
- The dip again in flour.
- Brown slices in hot oil in a large skillet on one side.
- Turn meat.
- Cover and lower heat.
- Cook until meat is tender, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 579.5, Fat 35.9, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 152, Sodium 695.4, Carbohydrate 18.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.2, Protein 43.3
CHICKEN FRIED STEAK WITH GRAVY
A misleading name, as chicken is in no way, shape, or form involved. Deep-fried steak covered in a combination brown and white gravy. Best with some eggs and hash browns.
Provided by Brian Genest
Categories Beef Steaks
Time 2h10m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 31
Steps:
- Trim fat caps off steaks. Rub steaks with salt, then Worcestershire sauce and soy sauce. Let rest for 30 minutes.
- Transfer one steak to a cutting board and cover with plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet to pound the steak until it is about half the original thickness and twice the original area. Repeat with remaining two steaks.
- Place 2 cups flour in a shallow bowl. Whisk buttermilk, eggs, and hot sauce together in a second bowl. Combine remaining 3 cups flour, bread crumbs, baking powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, Cajun seasoning, sea salt, chile seasoning, black pepper, thyme, oregano, sweet paprika, chipotle powder, cumin, sage, mustard powder, and cayenne pepper in a third, large bowl.
- Dunk each piece of steak in the plain flour, then in the egg wash, and then in the breading, making sure it gets completely coated in each step. Transfer to a plate and refrigerate for 1 hour; this is crucial and ensures the breading will adhere to the meat.
- When ready to cook, prepare gravy: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and stir until the mixture becomes paste-like and light golden brown, about 5 minutes. Gradually whisk beef broth into the flour mixture, then gradually whisk in cream, and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, to let it further thicken. Keep warm as you cook the steaks.
- Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Drop steaks into the hot oil and fry until breading is crisp and golden brown, 6 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- Serve hot steaks with gravy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1674.2 calories, Carbohydrate 207 g, Cholesterol 309.8 mg, Fat 56.2 g, Fiber 10.1 g, Protein 81.1 g, SaturatedFat 24.5 g, Sodium 5435.8 mg
Tips:
- Use a tender cut of steak. Cube steak or round steak are both good choices.
- Marinate the steak overnight. This will help to tenderize the meat and give it more flavor.
- Use a well-seasoned breading. The breading should have a good balance of salt, pepper, and other spices.
- Fry the steak in hot oil. This will help to create a crispy crust.
- Make sure the gravy is thick and flavorful. The gravy should be made with beef broth, milk, and flour.
- Serve the chicken fried steak with mashed potatoes, green beans, and corn. This is a classic Southern meal.
Conclusion:
Chicken fried steak is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a family meal. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give chicken fried steak a try.
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