Pioneer Woman Chicken Fried Steak
A classic comfort food featuring crispy beef cube steaks topped with rich, creamy gravy.
Equipment
- large skillet
- Shallow dishes
- whisk
- Paper towels
- Airtight container
Ingredients
Steak Ingredients
- 4 pieces Beef cube steaks The main protein for the dish.
- to taste Salt For seasoning the steaks.
- to taste Pepper For seasoning the steaks.
- 1 cup All-purpose flour For coating the steaks.
- 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds flavor and color.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Enhances the flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder Adds depth to the flavor.
- 2 large Eggs For the egg wash.
- 1 tablespoon Milk To mix with the eggs.
Gravy Ingredients
- 1/4 cup All-purpose flour For thickening the gravy.
- 2 cups Milk For the gravy base.
- to taste Salt For seasoning the gravy.
- to taste Pepper For seasoning the gravy.
Instructions
- Season each beef cube steak generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a shallow dish, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- In another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.
- Dredge each seasoned steak in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture, and return to the flour for a second coating.
- Heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry each steak for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the steaks and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add 1/4 cup of flour, whisking continuously until golden brown.
- Gradually whisk in the 2 cups of milk, stirring constantly until the gravy thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the crispy steaks topped with the creamy gravy.
Notes
This dish is a heartwarming experience that brings families together, perfect for any occasion.