Country Fried Steak with Cream Gravy – A Southern Classic Made Easy

Introduction

Country Fried Steak (sometimes called Chicken Fried Steak) is a true Southern comfort-food classic: tender beef, coated in a crispy crust, and smothered in a creamy gravy. The outside becomes golden and crunchy, while the inside stays juicy and flavorful. It’s simple, hearty, and deeply satisfying — perfect for a cozy dinner that hits just right.

With some basic ingredients and a few cooking steps, you can recreate this hearty meal at home. The savory gravy brings it all together — making it feel like an old-fashioned Southern dinner on your own table.

Ingredients

For the Steak

  • Tenderized beef steaks (cube steak or thin round steak works well)
  • All-purpose flour
  • Salt and pepper (and optionally paprika, garlic powder, or cayenne pepper for extra flavor)
  • Eggs and milk (or buttermilk) — for coating before dredging in flour
  • Neutral frying oil (vegetable or canola oil)

For the Creamy Gravy

  • Pan drippings or a bit of oil from frying the steak
  • All-purpose flour (to build a roux)
  • Milk (whole milk works best for richness)
  • Salt and generously ground black pepper (gravy is often peppery — that’s part of its Southern charm)

How to Make Country Fried Steak with Cream Gravy

Here’s a straightforward method:
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