Description
Craving something crispy, comforting, and undeniably Southern? This Chicken Fried Steak with Creamy Gravy recipe delivers diner-style indulgence right at home. Perfect for a cozy weekend dinner or a nostalgic meal, this quick dinner recipe features crispy breaded cube steak smothered in a rich, peppery homemade gravy. It’s one of those easy dinner ideas you’ll turn to again and again. Whether you’re after food ideas for comfort cooking or just need a hearty, easy recipe that satisfies, this classic hits every note.
Ingredients
2 large cube steaks
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for gravy)
2 cups milk
Optional: chopped green onions or parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Pat the cube steaks dry with paper towels.
2. In one bowl, mix flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
3. In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk and eggs.
4. Dredge each steak in the flour mixture, then dip in the buttermilk-egg mix, and dredge once more in the flour.
5. Press the flour firmly onto the steaks and let them rest for 5–10 minutes.
6. Heat vegetable oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
7. Fry the steaks for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate.
8. Remove excess oil from the skillet, leaving about 2 tablespoons. Add butter.
9. Stir in 2 tablespoons of flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to form a roux.
10. Gradually whisk in milk and simmer until thickened. Season with salt and generous black pepper.
11. Plate the steaks and spoon gravy over the top. Garnish as desired.
Notes
For a crispier crust, let the breaded steaks rest before frying.
Always use a heavy skillet like cast iron for the best sear and even frying.
Warm your milk before adding to the gravy to prevent lumps.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: chicken fried steak, creamy gravy, comfort food, Southern recipes, dinner ideas