Why Make This Recipe
This chicken-fried steak is the ideal dinner, especially if you’re looking for a down-home, stick-to-your-ribs, southern comfort food meal! Made with a short list of simple, kitchen staples, this crispy steak drizzled in a homemade gravy will knock your socks clean off! The crispy coating on the steak is infused with simple spices that really amp up the flavor profile in this dish. The best part in my opinion, is the gravy!
Ingredient Notes
Steak – Cube steak (tenderized round steak.) Cube steak refers to a cut of beef, usually top round or top sirloin, tenderized and flattened out by pounding with a meat tenderizer! You can usually find this in your local grocery store or butcher. Flour – I used all-purpose flour which is a must for the breading, you can also use gluten-free flour for this recipe! Seasoning – We are using garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika! Baking Soda & Baking Powder – Believe it or not this aids in getting that extra crispy coating. Buttermilk – If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make your own using 2 cups of regular milk, and 2 tbsp of either lemon juice or white vinegar. You need this to help tenderize the meat.
How to Make Chicken Fried Steak
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Storing Leftovers
Your leftover chicken fried steaks will last 3-4 days in an airtight container in the fridge!
Reheating
Fried leftovers can be tough to keep crisp, therefore its necessary to have the right reheating method! To Reheat: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and place the chicken fried steaks on it. Lightly place another sheet of foil over the steaks. Bake for 20 minutes, then let them cool for 5 minutes. Check for crispiness and bake for another 5 minutes uncovered, if necessary.
Freezing
Leftover chicken fried steak will last 4 months in the freezer stored in an airtight container.
Reheating From Frozen
Allow the chicken fried steaks to thaw in the fridge overnight, then let them sit at room temp for 30 minutes before following the reheating steps listed above.
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