For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure the shortening reaches the correct temperature. This helps the cutlets cook evenly and achieve a golden-brown crust. If you prefer a richer gravy, you can substitute half-and-half or heavy cream for some of the milk. Feel free to add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the flour mixture for a subtle kick of heat.
Chicken Fried Steak
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME45 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS565
Experience the satisfying crunch and savory tenderness of Chicken Fried Steak. Beef cutlets, lovingly breaded and fried to golden perfection, are served with a creamy, homemade gravy. A comforting classic with a delightful twist, perfect for a hearty meal.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate44 g
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Cholesterol134 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein49 g
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Saturated Fat10 g
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Sodium250 mg
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Sugar15 g
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Fat26 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Heat 1/2 inch of shortening in a large, heavy skillet to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View While the shortening heats, cut the beef crosswise into 4 equal cutlets. Pound each cutlet thinly with a moistened mallet or the side of a cleaver. (10 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View In a shallow bowl, mix together 1 cup of flour and garlic powder. In a second shallow bowl, beat together buttermilk, egg, salt, and pepper. Dip cutlets in flour mixture, turning to coat evenly. Dip in egg mixture, then in flour mixture once more, ensuring a thorough coating. (10 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Carefully cook the cutlets, one at a time, in the hot shortening until golden brown, turning once to ensure even cooking. Transfer the cooked cutlets to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. (15 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Drain most of the grease from the skillet, reserving 1/2 cup of drippings. Blend the remaining 1/4 cup of flour into the reserved drippings to form a smooth paste. Cook and stir over medium heat, gradually adding milk until the gravy reaches your desired consistency. Season the gravy with salt and pepper to taste. For a thicker gravy, use less milk; for a thinner gravy, add more. (20 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Serve the creamy gravy generously over the fried cutlets, and enjoy this Southern comfort classic! (2 minutes)
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Tyrique Huels
Jun 24, 2025This recipe is very similar to the one my grandma used to make. The taste took me right back to my childhood!
Lyric Yost
Jun 16, 2025I was a little intimidated to make this at first, but the directions were easy to follow, and it turned out great!
Everett Konopelski
Jun 14, 2025It was a bit oily, but still tasty. I'll try to drain more grease next time
Sonny Swift
Oct 13, 2024I subbed vegetable oil for shortening and it was delicious!
Bettie Leuschke
Jul 3, 2024The recipe was really good and delicious! I really love it and my family was really impressed!
Rebeka Bosco
May 17, 2024This recipe is a classic for a reason! My family loves it, and it's become a regular on our dinner rotation.
Delphine Durgan
Mar 3, 2023The gravy is what makes this dish so special. I like to add a pinch of nutmeg for a little extra warmth.
Hadley Heaney
Oct 9, 2022The gravy was too thick for my liking. I'll add more milk next time.