Chicken Fried Steak

Ingredients and Weight:

• Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: 1.5 pounds, sliced into thin cutlets
• All-purpose flour: 1 cup
• Salt and black pepper: to taste
• Paprika: 1 tablespoon
• Garlic powder: 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder: 1 teaspoon
• Breadcrumbs: 1 cup
• Eggs: 2, beaten
• Milk: 1/4 cup
• Vegetable oil: for frying
• Butter: 1 tablespoon, for serving (optional)

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 15-20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2/5

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Season the chicken cutlets with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
2. In a shallow dish, combine the flour, remaining salt, and pepper.
3. In a separate shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk.
4. In a third shallow dish, spread the breadcrumbs.
5. Dip each chicken cutlet into the seasoned flour, then into the egg mixture, and finally into the breadcrumbs. Press down firmly to adhere.
6. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add enough oil to cover the bottom of the skillet about 1/4 inch deep.
7. Fry the chicken cutlets in batches for 3-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
8. Transfer the fried chicken steaks to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
9. Serve hot with a pat of butter and your favorite sides.

Nutritional Information:

(per serving, based on 8 servings)

• Calories: 500
• Protein: 35 grams
• Carbohydrates: 50 grams
• Fat: 20 grams
• Sodium: 1,000 milligrams

Dish Characteristics:

• Crispy, well-seasoned fried chicken
• Tender and juicy chicken interior
• Perfect for a hearty American meal
• Can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, gravy, or coleslaw

User Comments:

• "The best chicken fried steak I've ever had! The breading was perfectly crisp and the chicken was so tender."
• "This recipe is so easy to follow and the chicken turned out amazing. It was a hit with my family."
• "I love that this recipe uses boneless, skinless chicken breasts, so it's much healthier than traditional chicken fried steak."
• "I served this with mashed potatoes and gravy, and it was the perfect comfort food."
• "I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chicken fried steak."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To make sure the chicken is cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
• If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
• For a thicker breading, double dip the chicken cutlets in the egg mixture and breadcrumbs.