Matt's Chicken-Fried Steak

Health score
13%
Matt's Chicken-Fried Steak
45 min.
6
468kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with Matt's Chicken-Fried Steak! This classic dish is a true comfort food that brings the heart of Southern cooking right to your table. Imagine tender, juicy steak, perfectly breaded and fried to a golden crisp, served with your favorite sauce and garnished with vibrant cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and fresh cilantro. It's not just a meal; it's a celebration of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this satisfying dish that serves six, making it perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner with friends. With each bite, you'll enjoy a harmonious blend of protein, fat, and carbohydrates, all while indulging in a dish that boasts a calorie count of 468 kcal per serving. Whether you're looking for a hearty lunch or a comforting dinner, Matt's Chicken-Fried Steak is versatile enough to fit any occasion.

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your loved ones with this mouthwatering recipe. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you'll find that creating this delicious meal is not only rewarding but also a fun way to bring everyone together around the dinner table. Let's dive into the world of crispy, savory goodness and make some unforgettable memories!

Ingredients

  • cups breadcrumbs soft
  • 0.8 cup buttermilk 
  • sprigs cherry tomatoes fresh red sliced
  • 1.5 pounds ground round ()
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Form ground round into 6 patties, or trim any fat from round, sirloin, or flank steak, and cut into 6 equal pieces.
  2. Place steak pieces, 1 at a time, between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap, and flatten to 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet.
  3. Combine breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper in a large shallow dish. Dredge patties or steak pieces in breadcrumb mixture. Dip into buttermilk, and dip again in breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. If desired, add corn tortillas, 1 at a time, and cook until crisp.
  5. Drain, pressing between layers of paper towels.
  6. Add patties or steak to hot oil; cook 3 to 5 minutes on each side or until crisp.
  7. Remove from heat, reserving 3 tablespoons drippings if making Cream Gravy.
  8. Drain patties or steak on paper towels.
  9. Place patties or steak on tortillas, if desired. Top with sauce of your choice, and sprinkle with cheese, if desired. Broil 5 inches from heat (with electric oven door partially open) until cheese melts.
  10. Garnish, if desired.
  11. *1 cup all-purpose flour or 1/4 (15-ounce) box saltine crackers (about 40 crackers), coarsely crushed, may be sustituted for breadcrumbs.
  12. ** 1/2 cup milk a nd 2 large eggs, stirred together, may be sustituted for buttermilk.

Nutrition Facts

Calories468kcal
Protein24.7%
Fat51.45%
Carbs23.85%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.5
Glycemic Load
0.47
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
18.480000000447%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:467.89kcal
23.39%
Fat:26.36g
40.55%
Saturated Fat:7.45g
46.59%
Carbohydrates:27.49g
9.16%
Net Carbohydrates:25.83g
9.39%
Sugar:3.7g
4.11%
Cholesterol:77.01mg
25.67%
Sodium:757.49mg
32.93%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.47g
56.94%
Vitamin B12:2.77µg
46.17%
Selenium:29.02µg
41.45%
Vitamin B3:8.17mg
40.85%
Zinc:6.07mg
40.47%
Phosphorus:293.86mg
29.39%
Vitamin B1:0.41mg
27.34%
Vitamin K:25.92µg
24.69%
Iron:4.31mg
23.95%
Vitamin B6:0.47mg
23.67%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
22%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.29%
Potassium:477.73mg
13.65%
Folate:46.87µg
11.72%
Calcium:114.98mg
11.5%
Magnesium:41.47mg
10.37%
Vitamin B5:0.99mg
9.9%
Vitamin E:1.41mg
9.37%
Copper:0.18mg
9.18%
Fiber:1.66g
6.65%
Vitamin D:0.5µg
3.36%
Vitamin A:51.23IU
1.02%
Source:My Recipes