Chicken Fried Steak With Pan Gravy Recipe

Experience the taste of the South with this incredible Chicken Fried Steak recipe! Inherited from an old family cookbook, this recipe delivers crispy, juicy chicken fried steak smothered in a rich, savory pan gravy. Made with tender round steak, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Get ready for a flavor explosion that will have you coming back for seconds!

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 378.1 kcal

Protein 71g

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Ingredients for Chicken Fried Steak With Pan Gravy

Round Steaks
Eggs
Water
All Purpose Flour
Cornmeal
Salt
Pepper
Flour
Vegetable Oil
Milk

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How to Make Chicken Fried Steak With Pan Gravy

Tenderize the round steak using a meat mallet.
In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Dip each steak in milk, then dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Carefully place the steaks in the hot oil and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove steaks from skillet and set aside on a plate lined with paper towels.
Reduce heat to medium. Melt butter in the same skillet.
Whisk in 1/4 cup flour until smooth, creating a roux.
Gradually whisk in beef broth until the gravy thickens.
Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in chopped parsley (if using).
Serve the chicken fried steak immediately, smothered in the delicious pan gravy.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

Fat

24g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chicken Fried Steak With Pan Gravy?

Chicken Fried Steak With Pan Gravy takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chicken Fried Steak With Pan Gravy?

Chicken Fried Steak With Pan Gravy has approximately 378.1 calories per serving, with about 71 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 28 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chicken Fried Steak With Pan Gravy?

The key ingredients for Chicken Fried Steak With Pan Gravy are Round Steaks, Eggs, Water, All Purpose Flour, Cornmeal, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.