Air Fryer Chicken Fried Steak Recipe 🥩🍗🔥
Equipment
- 1 Air fryer
- 1 Mixing Bowls
- 1 Mixing Bowls
- 1 Tongs
- 1 Tongs
Ingredients
- 4 cube steaks (about ½ inch thick)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- Olive oil spray
Notes
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Coating
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and cornstarch.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs and buttermilk.
- In a third bowl, place the panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.
Step 2: Bread the Steak
- Pat the cube steaks dry with a paper towel.
- Dredge each steak in the flour mixture, coating evenly.
- Dip into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off.
- Finally, coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to help them adhere.
Step 3: Air Fry the Steak
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray.
- Place the breaded steaks in a single layer, leaving space between them.
- Air fry at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through and spraying lightly with oil for a golden crust.
- Remove from the air fryer once golden brown and internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Step 4: Make the Country Gravy
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
- Whisk in flour, stirring continuously until golden brown (about 1 minute).
- Slowly whisk in milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Add salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and continue stirring until the gravy thickens (about 3-5 minutes).
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!
- Place the crispy chicken fried steak on a plate.
- Generously drizzle with warm country gravy.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, biscuits, or green beans for a complete Southern-style meal!
Tips for the Best Air Fryer Chicken Fried Steak
✅ Use cube steak – it's already tenderized for best results.✅ Double-coat for extra crispiness – flour, egg, then breadcrumbs.
✅ Don’t overcrowd the air fryer – cook in batches if needed.
✅ For an extra crispy crust, spray lightly with oil halfway through cooking.
Perfect Side Dishes for Chicken Fried Steak
🥔 Creamy Mashed Potatoes🥦 Air Fryer Roasted Brussels Sprouts
🥖 Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits
🍛 Southern-Style Mac and Cheese Enjoy your crispy, golden, and delicious Air Fryer Chicken Fried Steak! 🥩🔥
