Best 4 Copycat Dennys Chicken Fried Steak Country Gravy Recipes

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Chicken fried steak is a classic American comfort food enjoyed by people of all ages. The dish consists of a tenderized cube steak that is coated in seasoned flour, then fried until golden brown. It is typically served with a rich and flavorful country gravy, mashed potatoes, and green beans.

In this article, you'll find a collection of recipes that will help you create a delicious and authentic chicken fried steak meal at home. We'll show you how to make the perfect cube steak, a flavorful country gravy, and all the classic sides.

Our recipes are easy to follow and use simple ingredients that you can find at your local grocery store. So whether you're a beginner cook or a seasoned pro, you'll be able to make a delicious chicken fried steak dinner that your family and friends will love.

In addition to the classic chicken fried steak recipe, we've also included a few variations to keep things interesting. Try our chicken fried steak with peppercorn gravy, or our chicken fried steak with mushroom gravy. We also have a recipe for chicken fried steak fingers, which are perfect for a quick and easy appetizer or snack.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy a delicious and satisfying chicken fried steak meal. So get cooking and enjoy!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

COPYCAT DENNY'S CHICKEN FRIED STEAK



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How does Denny's do it? Marinated cubed steaks are coated in baking mix get a quick fry in oil and butter before a trip to the oven to finish them off.

Time P1DT45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cube steaks
oil
seasoned salt
2 cups Bisquick baking mix
1/4 pound butter or margarine
1/3 cup oil

Steps:

  • Place the cube steaks in a dish in a single layer. Drizzle with corn oil and sprinkle generously with the seasoned salt on both sides. Cover the dish tightly and place in the refrigerator for 24 hours. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Place the baking mix in a shallow dish. Dredge the cube steaks in the baking mix, coating well on all sides. Melt the butter with the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cube steaks in a single layer (in batches if needed), and cook until crisp and browned on both sides. Transfer the chicken fried steak to a baking dish. Seal with foil and place in the oven. Bake at 375 degrees F for 30 minutes or until they are tender. Serve hot with gravy, if desired.

COPYCAT DENNY'S CHICKEN FRIED STEAK & COUNTRY GRAVY



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This looks so tasty and easy! I received it in an e-mail. Recipe courtesy of RecipeSecrets.net. Prep time does not include overnight refrigeration time. EDITED TO ADD recipe for Country Gravy that I found courtesy of RecipeLink.com. (I haven't tried this one yet, but it looks very easy and it was posted for someone who was in search of a copycat Denny's Country Gravy recipe.)

Provided by Stacky5

Categories     Steak

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 steaks, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cube steaks
2 tablespoons corn oil
seasoning salt
2 -3 tablespoons red wine
2 cups Bisquick
1/4 lb butter, melted
1/3 cup cooking oil
salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon flour
1 cup whole milk
1/2 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
1/8 teaspoon pepper
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • The night before, put the steaks in a single layer on a dish. Brush them on both sides with an even coating of corn oil. Dust them on both sides with a generous amount of seasoning salt. Drizzle each steak with wine.
  • Seal the dish in foil or plastic wrap and refrigerate it for about 24 hours prior to preparing the final dish.
  • Remove the steaks from the fridge and coat both sides well in the Bisquick. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Combine the butter with the oil in a large skillet until melted. Place the steaks in the skillet. Brown both sides of each steak, until crispy.
  • Transfer to a baking dish and seal in foil. Bake at 375 F for about 30 minutes.
  • Top each steak with prepared country gravy.
  • FOR COUNTRY GRAVY: Melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour until well blended, cooking 1 minute.
  • Gradually whisk in the milk. Bring to a boil. Boil for 1 minute, whisking constantly.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Add bouillon granules, pepper and salt.
  • Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 734.8, Fat 58.2, SaturatedFat 22.7, Cholesterol 76.1, Sodium 978.6, Carbohydrate 45.3, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 10.7, Protein 7.6

CHICKEN-FRIED SKIRT STEAK WITH COUNTRY GRAVY



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Make and share this Chicken-Fried Skirt Steak With Country Gravy recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KathyP53

Categories     Steak

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup beef broth, divided
1/2 cup flour
4 (5 inch) skirt steaks
2 tablespoons butter
1 fully cooked breakfast pork sausage patty, finely chopped
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
1/3 cup chopped green onion

Steps:

  • Pour 1/2 cup beef broth into shallow bowl. Place flour in another shallow bowl. Sprinkle steak pieces on both sides with salt and pepper. Dip steaks into flour, then into broth, then into flour again, coating each time.
  • Melt butter in large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add steaks. Saute until brown, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to plate.
  • Pour off butter from skillet. Add 1 teaspoons flour from shallow bowl. Whisk in remaining 1/2 cup broth, sausage, cream, and sage. Boil gravy until thick enough to coat spoon, whisking ofter, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Mix in green onion and spoon gravy over steaks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.7, Fat 17.1, SaturatedFat 10.5, Cholesterol 56.2, Sodium 197.1, Carbohydrate 13.4, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.3, Protein 2.9

COUNTRY FRIED STEAK WITH GRAVY



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This is a simpler way to make a traditional Southern dish! Less time and fewer ingredients with the same delicious results!

Provided by Dacia Fox

Categories     Beef Steaks

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon seasoning salt, or more to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons milk
2 (6 ounce) beef top sirloin steaks
1 cup vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
2 cups cold water
1 (2.64 ounce) package country gravy mix

Steps:

  • Pour flour into a mixing bowl and season generously with seasoning salt, salt, and pepper.
  • Whisk eggs and milk together in a separate bowl.
  • Place steaks on a cutting board between two layers of plastic wrap; beat with a meat tenderizer on both sides for 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Discard plastic wrap and sprinkle seasoning salt on top of steaks. Dip steaks in flour mixture until coated on both sides. Dip into egg mixture, then back into flour mixture a second time; steaks should be completely covered in flour on both sides. Sprinkle again with seasoning salt.
  • Fill a large skillet halfway with vegetable oil and heat to medium-high. Allow oil to heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Fry steaks in the hot oil for 3 minutes per side. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • While steaks are frying, stir water into gravy mix in 2-quart microwavable bowl. Microwave on high until thickened, stirring every minute, 4 to 6 minutes total.
  • Serve hot steaks with gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1745.5 calories, Carbohydrate 99.2 g, Cholesterol 291.2 mg, Fat 124.6 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 56.2 g, SaturatedFat 19 g, Sodium 401.3 mg

Tips:

  • To tenderize the steak, use a meat mallet or the back of a heavy skillet to pound it to a thickness of 1/4 inch.
  • To make sure the coating adheres to the steak, dredge it in flour, then egg, and then bread crumbs.
  • For a crispy coating, fry the steak in hot oil over medium-high heat until golden brown on both sides.
  • To make the country gravy, whisk together milk, flour, salt, and pepper in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until gravy has thickened.
  • For a richer flavor, use half milk and half beef broth to make the gravy.
  • Serve the chicken-fried steak with mashed potatoes, green beans, and gravy.

Conclusion:

This copycat Denny's chicken-fried steak and country gravy recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that the whole family will enjoy. The steak is tender and juicy, the coating is crispy, and the gravy is flavorful and creamy. With a few simple tips, you can make this dish at home that tastes just like the one from your favorite diner.

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