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Air Fryer Chicken Fried Steak Recipe 🥩🍗🔥

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 450 kcal

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

  1. In a shallow bowl, whisk together flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and cornstarch.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs and buttermilk.
  3. In a third bowl, place the panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.

Step 2: Bread the Steak

  1. Pat the cube steaks dry with a paper towel.
  2. Dredge each steak in the flour mixture, coating evenly.
  3. Dip into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off.
  4. Finally, coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to help them adhere.

Step 3: Air Fry the Steak

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  2. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray.
  3. Place the breaded steaks in a single layer, leaving space between them.
  4. Air fry at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through and spraying lightly with oil for a golden crust.
  5. Remove from the air fryer once golden brown and internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).

Step 4: Make the Country Gravy

  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
  2. Whisk in flour, stirring continuously until golden brown (about 1 minute).
  3. Slowly whisk in milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
  4. Add salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and continue stirring until the gravy thickens (about 3-5 minutes).

Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!

  1. Place the crispy chicken fried steak on a plate.
  2. Generously drizzle with warm country gravy.
  3. 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! 🥩🔥