Chicken Fried Steak with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy is classic Southern comfort food — crispy, golden, and smothered in creamy white gravy. Paired with buttery mashed potatoes, it’s a hearty, satisfying meal perfect for Sunday dinner or when you need a little indulgence.
🥩 Chicken Fried Steak with Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: 30 mins
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Chicken Fried Steak:
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4 cube steaks (tenderized round steak, about ½ inch thick)
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp paprika
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp onion powder
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Salt & black pepper to taste
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2 large eggs
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½ cup buttermilk (or regular milk)
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Oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut)
For the Gravy:
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3 tbsp pan drippings or butter
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3 tbsp all-purpose flour
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2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
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Salt & black pepper to taste
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Optional: pinch of cayenne for heat
For the Mashed Potatoes:
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2 lbs russet or Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
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4 tbsp butter
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½–¾ cup milk or cream
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Salt to taste
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Make the Mashed Potatoes (Start First):
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Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes.
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Drain, mash with butter and milk until smooth and creamy. Season to taste. Cover to keep warm.
2. Prepare the Steaks:
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Pat steaks dry and season with salt and pepper.
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Set up a breading station:
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Bowl 1: Flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder
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Bowl 2: Eggs + buttermilk, whisked
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Bowl 3: Remaining flour (optional double-dredge for extra crunch)
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Dip steaks in flour → egg mixture → flour again. Press to adhere coating.
3. Fry the Steaks:
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Heat ½ inch oil in a large skillet over medium heat (350°F).
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Fry steaks one or two at a time, 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
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Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate or wire rack.
4. Make the Gravy:
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Pour off excess oil, leaving about 3 tbsp in the pan (or use butter).
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Whisk in flour and cook 1–2 minutes to form a roux.
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Slowly whisk in milk, stirring constantly until smooth.
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Simmer 3–5 minutes until thickened. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne (optional).
🥄 Serve:
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Plate mashed potatoes and steak.
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Generously pour gravy over both.
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Serve with classic sides like:
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Green beans
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Corn
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Buttermilk biscuits
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Coleslaw
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🔄 Tips & Variations:
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No cube steak? Pound out thin slices of sirloin or round steak.
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Extra crispy coating: Let breaded steaks rest for 10 minutes before frying.
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Air fryer version? Let me know — it can be done with a spray of oil!
Want to make this into a casserole, or need a gluten-free or dairy-free version?
