Lean Low Fat Chicken Fried Steak Weight Watchers 4
Satisfy your comfort food cravings without compromising your health goals with this Lean Low Fat Chicken Fried Steak, a Weight Watchers-friendly recipe delivering all the crispy, golden goodness you love with a fraction of the fat. Tender, lean beef cube steaks are marinated in tangy low-fat buttermilk, then coated in a perfectly seasoned whole wheat flour and cornstarch breading for a light, crunchy crust. Using egg whites and a quick pan-fry in cooking spray keeps the dish lean while maintaining incredible flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, this guilt-free classic pairs beautifully with a light gravy or steamed vegetables, making it an ideal option for a hearty and satisfying meal on your Weight Watchers journey. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family meals, it’s a healthy twist on a Southern staple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (4 oz each) Lean beef cube steaks
- 1 cup Low-fat buttermilk
- 1 cup Whole wheat flour
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 large Egg whites
- 0.5 cup Low-fat milk
- 2 seconds (sprayed) Cooking spray
Instructions
Place the cube steaks between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound them with a meat mallet to about 1/4-inch thickness, being careful not to tear the meat. Set aside.
In a shallow dish, combine the buttermilk and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Add the pounded steaks to the buttermilk, turning to coat. Let them marinate for 10-15 minutes while you prepare the breading.
In another shallow dish, whisk together whole wheat flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and the remaining black pepper.
In a separate shallow dish, whisk together the egg whites and low-fat milk.
Remove a steak from the buttermilk, allowing any excess to drip off. Dredge it in the flour mixture, then dip it in the egg wash, and finally dredge it in the flour mixture again. Gently press to adhere the breading. Repeat with the remaining steaks.
Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and spray with cooking spray. Add the breaded steaks to the skillet in batches without overcrowding.
Cook each steak for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove the steaks and keep warm as you cook the remaining ones.
Serve immediately with your choice of Weight Watchers-friendly gravy or a light side of steamed vegetables. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1452 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.7 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.4 g | 87% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 1860 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.7 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 140.3 g | 281% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 544 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 2400 mg | 51% | |
*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.
