Chicken Fried Steak

Name: Chicken Fried Steak
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 4 pre-tenderized cube steaks (each 4 ounces), or round steaks; Salt, for seasoning the meat; 2 large eggs, beaten; 1/2 cup milk; 2 cups flour, for breading; 2 teaspoons kosher salt, for breading; 1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne; Canola oil, peanut oil, olive oil, or other fat for frying; 3 tablespoons pan drippings; 3 tablespoons flour; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 1-3/4 cups milk (a little more or less, depending on your preference); Salt, to taste; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:20min

Chicken fried steak is a Southern favorite that you can master at home. From pounding the steak cutlets to frying to making the rich country gravy, our easy recipe has you covered.

Updated at: Wed, 29 Oct 2025 08:26:13 GMT