Chicken Fried Steak Origins
Although I’ve lived in North Carolina for the last eighteen years, I grew up in Oklahoma… The land of massive crispy unapologetic Chicken Fried Steak dinners. Chicken Fried Steak is considered common southern fare. However, it is a sacred dish to some that originated in the Texas-Oklahoma region. Although many people believe it was invented in Texas (Ahem, like Texans) others (Such as Okies) say it was born in an Oklahoma diner along Route 66. Either way, it is commonly understood that the idea of Chicken Fried Steak was brought to the Texas-Oklahoma prairies by German immigrants in the form of classic Schnitzel.
Is There a Difference Between Country Fried Steak and Chicken Fried Steak?
Yes, there is a small difference between Country Fried Steak and Chicken Fried Steak, but it has nothing to do with the steak itself. And the difference is a little misleading… Country Fried Steak is usually served with brown gravy, made with meat drippings. However, Chicken Fried Steaks are served with white gravy made with milk… The kind of gravy that is usually called Country Gravy. See what I mean about misleading?
The Best Chicken Fried Steak Recipe with Gravy
So what makes this recipe perfect? In my humble opinion, this is the best chicken fried steak we’ve ever made because:
The steak is extra thin The crust is extra crispy The crust is well-seasoned And the country gravy is on point!
How To Make Chicken Fried Steak with Gravy
Ingredients
3 pounds tenderized cube steak (8 pieces) 2 cups all-purpose flour 4 tablespoons cajun seasoning 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 4 cups whole milk, divided 4 large eggs 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 6 tablespoons butter Salt and Black Pepper Oil for frying
Easy Chicken Fried Steak Instructions
Get the FULL (Printable) Easy Chicken Fried Steak Recipe with Gravy Below!
How Do You Keep Breading on Chicken Fried Steak?
Although country fried steaks can be made with both a liquid batter coating, or with a dried flour-based breading, the triple dip flour-egg-flour method dredge works best for keeping the breading on the cube steaks. Some cooks believe you can get a crispier crust with batter. However, we’ve found that as long as:
The steaks are dry before breading You shake off the excess liquid and flour You let them rest for a few minutes before going into the fry pan And the oil is hot
…You will create ultra crispy Chicken Fried Steak every single time.
Country Fried Steak Tips
Don’t forget to keep the finished steaks warm in the oven until you are ready to serve them, so the crust stays crispy. I love this Country Fried Steak recipe, because it reminds me of my childhood. Serve it with mashed potatoes, fried okra, and black-eyed peas, and cornbread for a true Okie feast! Also, check out our AMAZING Steak Fingers with Country Gravy recipe!
How long does this recipe last?
If you keep them in an airtight container you can store these steaks in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
Can I freeze the leftover steaks?
Yes, you can! Wrap them individually with plastic wrap and then again with foil and store them in a ziplock bag for up to 3 to 4 months. Then reheat in a 350 degree F oven until crispy.
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