Chicken Fried Steak Recipe
Tender Breaded Steak fried to a crispy golden brown with your choice of Sadie's Green Chile Gravy or Sadie's Red or Green Chile Sauce on the side or smothered. Served with creamy Mashed Potatoes.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Fried Steak
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Steak
Pound the beef round steak to about 1/2 inch thickness using a meat mallet. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In one bowl, pour the buttermilk. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Breading the Steak
Dip each piece of steak in the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge in the flour mixture, pressing to adhere.
- 4
Frying the Steak
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the breaded steaks. Fry for about 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 5

