Chicken-Fried Steak with Creamy Gravy
Crispy, breaded steak cutlets smothered in a rich, velvety gravy, a beloved Texas comfort food classic. This american-inspired beef ready in about 50 minutes pairs beef steak, all-purpose flour, garlic powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb (chuck or round) beef steak
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 eggs
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
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Instructions
- Step 1: Trim excess fat from the 1.5 lb beef steak and pound to 1/2-inch thickness. Mix 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper in a shallow dish.
- Step 2: Dip each steak in 1/2 cup buttermilk, then coat thoroughly in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Let rest for 10 minutes while heating 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 3: Fry the steaks for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy, then transfer to a plate. Pour off excess oil, leaving 1 tbsp in the skillet.
- Step 4: Melt 3 tbsp unsalted butter in the skillet, whisk in 3 tbsp all-purpose flour to form a paste, and cook for 1 minute until golden. Gradually whisk in 1 cup chicken broth, stirring constantly until the gravy thickens and coats the back of a spoon (about 5 minutes).
- Step 5: Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, then return the steaks to the skillet to coat in gravy. Cook for 1 minute more to heat through.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Chicken-Fried Steak with Creamy Gravy take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (25 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Chicken-Fried Steak with Creamy Gravy?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep beef steak from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Chicken-Fried Steak with Creamy Gravy?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Chicken-Fried Steak with Creamy Gravy for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Chicken-Fried Steak with Creamy Gravy?
American beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★★
So much better than takeout. We'll never order american delivery again.
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
