Chicken Fried Steak Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Meat

   Start by tenderizing the beef cube steaks using a meat mallet. Gently pound each steak until they are about 1/2 inch thick.

2. 2

   Set Up Breading Station

   In three separate shallow bowls, place the all-purpose flour in the first bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together in the second bowl, and combine the bread crumbs, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder in the third bowl.

3. 3

   Bread the Steaks

   Coat each tenderized steak in flour, shaking off the excess. Next, dip the steak into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, dredge the steak in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

4. 4

   Heat the Oil

   In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the heat by dropping a small piece of bread into the oil; if it sizzles, it's ready.

5. 5

   Fry the Steaks

   Carefully place the breaded steaks into the hot oil, being cautious not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the steaks and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

6. 6

   Serve

   Serve the chicken fried steak warm with your choice of gravy or sides. Enjoy!