Light Chicken Fried Steak
Indulge in the comforting flavors of a Southern classic with this "Light Chicken Fried Steak" recipe, a healthier spin on the traditional favorite. Made with tender, lean beef cube steaks and a perfectly seasoned crispy coating of flour, cornstarch, and flavorful spices like paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, this dish delivers all the crunch without the guilt. A quick dip in a low-fat buttermilk and egg mixture ensures ultimate juiciness, while olive oil spray keeps it light and golden. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this recipe is ready in just 40 minutes and pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a drizzle of light gravy. Enjoy hearty comfort food made better for you!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces lean beef cube steaks
- 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups cornstarch
- 1 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 0.75 cups low-fat buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- as needed olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) to keep the steaks warm while cooking in batches.
Using paper towels, pat the cube steaks dry and set them aside.
In a shallow bowl or dish, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
In another shallow bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and the egg until fully combined.
Dredge each steak in the flour mixture, making sure to coat evenly and shake off any excess.
Dip the floured steak into the buttermilk mixture, letting the excess drip off, and return it to the flour mixture for a second coating. Press gently to ensure an even crust.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat the surface with olive oil spray.
Cook the steaks in batches, about 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Add additional olive oil spray as needed before cooking each batch.
Transfer the cooked steaks to a baking sheet lined with a wire rack and place them in the preheated oven to keep warm while cooking the remaining steaks.
Serve immediately with your choice of light gravy, steamed vegetables, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1219 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.6 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 474 mg | 158% | |
| Sodium | 3321 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.0 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.8 g | ||
| Protein | 123.7 g | 247% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 314 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 1847 mg | 39% | |
*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.
