Summer Chicken Fried Steak
Indulge in the irresistible taste of summer chicken fried steak, featuring tender, juicy chicken enveloped in a crispy, golden-brown crust. This dish is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for sunny days and family gatherings. With its savory flavor and delightful crunch, summer chicken fried steak will have everyone coming back for seconds. Enjoy it paired with your favorite sides for a truly memorable meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts to about 1/2 inch thick for even cooking.
- Marinate the chicken in buttermilk for at least 1 hour to enhance moisture and flavor.
- Set up two bowls: one with seasoned flour (mix flour, paprika, salt, and pepper) and another with beaten eggs.
- Dredge each chicken breast in the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with the seasoned flour.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat (approximately 350°F). Fry chicken until golden brown on both sides (about 5 minutes per side).
- Transfer cooked chicken to paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to achieve a crispy crust. For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary into the seasoning mix. Substitute gluten-free flour if needed.