Cheesy Chicken Fried Steak
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Chicken Fried Steak recipe, where crispy, golden-brown cube steaks meet a luscious, velvety cheddar cheese sauce. Perfectly seasoned with a blend of cayenne, garlic, and onion powders, each steak is coated in a double-dredged crust for maximum crunch, then fried to perfection. The creamy cheese sauce, spiced with paprika and made from scratch, takes this dish to a whole new level of indulgence. Ready in under an hour, this hearty Southern classic is ideal for family dinners or a special weekend treat. Serve with buttery mashed potatoes or a crisp green salad for a satisfying, restaurant-worthy meal that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Cube steak
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 2 Eggs
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour (for cheese sauce)
- 2 cups Milk
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
In another shallow dish, whisk together buttermilk and eggs until smooth.
Pat the cube steaks dry with a paper towel. Dredge each steak first in the flour mixture, then in the buttermilk mixture, and finally back in the flour mixture to ensure a thick, even coating. Set aside on a wire rack for a few minutes to allow the coating to adhere.
In a large skillet or cast-iron pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test this by dropping a small bit of flour into the oil; it should sizzle immediately.
Fry the steaks in the hot oil, two at a time, for about 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
To prepare the cheese sauce, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
Slowly whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to whisk and cook for 3-4 minutes until the mixture thickens.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Transfer the fried steaks to a serving plate and generously drizzle the hot cheese sauce over the top.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. Pair with mashed potatoes or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7251 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 582.5 g | 747% | |
| Saturated Fat | 146.4 g | 732% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 278.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1197 mg | 399% | |
| Sodium | 6594 mg | 287% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 260.3 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.1 g | ||
| Protein | 276.1 g | 552% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.9 mcg | 60% | |
| Calcium | 2715 mg | 209% | |
| Iron | 33.4 mg | 186% | |
| Potassium | 4130 mg | 88% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
