Pioneer Woman Chicken Fried Steak Recipe
If you love Southern comfort food, this Pioneer Woman Chicken Fried Steak Recipe is a must-try. It features crispy breaded steak that is fried until golden brown and topped with creamy country gravy.
Ingredients
For the Steak
- 4 cube steaks
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Gravy
- 3 tablespoons pan drippings
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Steak
- Pound cube steaks if needed for even thickness.
Season Flour
- Mix flour with salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika.
Prepare Wet Mixture
- Whisk eggs and buttermilk together.
Coat the Steak
- Dip steak in flour, then egg mixture, then flour again.
Heat Oil
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Fry Steak
- Cook each steak for 4–5 minutes per side until golden.
Drain
- Place fried steaks on paper towels.
Make Gravy Base
- Keep some drippings in the skillet.
Add Flour
- Whisk flour into drippings until smooth.
Add Milk
- Slowly pour milk while whisking.
Season Gravy
- Add salt and black pepper.
Serve
- Pour gravy over steak and serve hot.
Notes
- Use cube steak for easier prep.
- Double-dip for extra crispiness.
- Keep oil at steady temperature.
- Add cayenne for spice.
- Serve immediately for best crunch.
- Use cast iron skillet for better frying.