Description
Crispy, flavorful, and perfect for gatherings, this chicken fried steak recipe delivers comfort in every bite. Enjoy a delightful meal that brings everyone together!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying (about ½ inch deep)
- Sour cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in buttermilk mixed with salt and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Remove chicken from buttermilk and let excess drip off; coat generously in the flour mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat to approximately 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels before serving with optional sour cream or your favorite sides.
Notes
- Use cold buttermilk for marinating to achieve extra crispiness.
- Don’t overcrowd the skillet; fry one or two pieces at a time for even cooking.
- Consider adding spices to the flour mix or topping with sautéed mushrooms for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken fried steak (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg