Easy Chicken Fried Steak Recipe (Country Fried Steak)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
638 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Chicken Fried Steak Recipe (Country Fried Steak)
Description
Easy Chicken Fried Steak, also called Country Fried Steak, uses cube steak that is pounded to a thin 1/4 inch thickness. This tenderizing ensures the meat cooks quickly and remains tender. The steak is coated first in a flour mixture seasoned with Cajun spice and baking powder, then dipped in a wet batter of milk, eggs, and Worcestershire sauce, and finally coated again in the flour mixture. This double-dredged batter produces a crispy, flavorful crust when fried. Cooking involves heating oil to 350-375°F and frying the steaks until golden. This recipe focuses on a well-seasoned, crispy outer layer balanced with a tender interior. It is commonly enjoyed as a main dish served with sides like mashed potatoes or vegetables. Ensuring the steaks are patted dry and carefully handled avoids breaking them and promotes even cooking.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds cube steak 8 pieces, tenderized
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 4 cups whole milk divided
- 4 large egg
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 6 tablespoons butter
- salt
- black pepper
- cooking oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F. Pat the cube steak thoroughly dry with paper towels. Then gently stretch the steaks to make them thinner, or better yet, using a meat tenderizing hammer to pound the steaks extra thin. Be sure not to pull or pound so hard that they break. Try to reach 1/4 inch consistency throughout each steak.
- In a medium bowl mix the flour, Cajun seasoning, and baking powder together. In another bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cup milk, eggs, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Dip the steaks in the flour mixture. Shake them off, then dunk the steaks in the egg mixture. Shake off the drippings, then dunk back in the flour mixture. Shake off all excess flour. (Flour that falls off into the oil will burn and turn the oil dark.) Allow them to rest on a cutting board while the oil heats.
- Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add enough oil to fill the skillet 1/4 inch deep. Once the oil in the pan is between 350-375 degrees F, gently place half the steaks in the hot oil and fry for 1-2 minutes per side. Use tongs to move the steaks to a paper towel-lined plate. Add additional oil to the skillet if needed, and repeat with the remaining steaks. Place the finished steaks in the oven to keep warm.
- Once all the steaks are fried, carefully pour the oil into a tin can for disposal. Then wipe the skillet out with a paper towel. Place it back over medium heat and add the butter. Once melted, whisk in 1/3 cup of the remaining seasoned flour. Whisk until bubbling, then whisk in 2 3/4 cups of milk. Continue to whisk the gravy until it is thick. Taste, then season with salt and pepper as needed. Remove the gravy from heat. If the gravy starts to thicken too much, whisk in an additional 1/2 cup of milk.
- Serve the steaks warm with gravy over the top.
Notes
- Gently stretch or pound the cube steaks to about 1/4 inch thickness without tearing.
- Dry the steaks thoroughly before dredging to help the coating adhere better.
- Shake off excess flour before frying to prevent burnt bits in the oil.
- Maintain oil temperature between 350-375°F for optimal crispiness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 638 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1piece | |
| Calories | 638kcal | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 46g | 92% |
| Fat | 34g | 52% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Cholesterol | 262mg | 87% |
| Sodium | 336mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 1060mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 2335IU | 47% |
| Vitamin C | 0.8mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 269mg | 27% |
| Iron | 5.9mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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