Paula Deen Chicken Fried Steak Recipe
If you love crispy and comforting food, this Paula Deen Chicken Fried Steak Recipe is perfect for you. It is golden, crunchy and full of rich flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 cube steaks about 1½ pounds total
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
For Gravy:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the Coating
- In a bowl, mix flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika. In another bowl, whisk eggs with buttermilk. This creates a wet and dry coating for the steak.
Coat the Steaks
- Take each cube steak and dip it in the flour mixture first. Then dip into the egg mixture. Coat again in flour. Press gently for a thick coating.
Heat the Oil
- Pour vegetable oil into a large skillet. Heat it on medium heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking. Test with a small flour pinch.
Fry the Steaks
- Carefully place coated steaks into hot oil. Fry each side for 3–4 minutes. Cook until golden brown and crispy. Do not overcrowd the pan.
Drain Excess Oil
- Remove steaks from the skillet. Place them on paper towels. This helps remove extra oil and keeps them crispy. Let them rest for a few minutes.
Start the Gravy
- In the same skillet, remove excess oil but keep two tablespoons. Add butter and let it melt. Stir in flour and cook until lightly golden.
Make Creamy Gravy
- Slowly pour in milk while whisking. Keep stirring to avoid lumps. Cook until the gravy becomes thick and smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Serve and Enjoy
- Place the fried steaks on plates. Pour warm gravy over them. Serve immediately while hot and crispy. Enjoy your homemade comfort meal with family.
Notes
- Use cube steak for best tenderness.
- Do not skip double coating for extra crunch.
- Keep oil temperature steady while frying.
- Whisk gravy continuously for smooth texture.
- Add chili flakes for a spicy twist.