Best 4 Delicious Low Fat Chicken Fried Or Country Fried Steak Recipes

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Craving a hearty, Southern-style meal without the guilt? Look no further than these delicious low-fat chicken fried or country fried steak recipes. These recipes use leaner cuts of meat and healthier cooking methods to create a healthier version of this classic comfort food.

The first recipe uses chicken breasts that are coated in a seasoned flour mixture and then pan-fried until golden brown. The result is a crispy, flavorful chicken that's lower in fat than traditional fried chicken.

The second recipe uses cube steak that's coated in a seasoned flour mixture and then pan-fried. The cube steak is then smothered in a savory gravy made with mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers. This recipe is sure to satisfy your craving for country fried steak without all the extra calories.

Both of these recipes are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So whether you're looking for a healthier version of your favorite comfort food or just a new way to cook chicken or cube steak, be sure to try one of these low-fat chicken fried or country fried steak recipes.

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

SKINNY CHICKEN FRIED STEAK



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Skinny Chicken Fried Steak with country gravy is a delicious comfort food meal that you don't have to feel guilty about. Serve with peas or green beans for a low-fat southern dinner.

Provided by skinnysouthern

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 pieces lean cube steak
1/2 cup fat free buttermilk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon Montreal steak seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups 1% milk
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Combine buttermilk and cubed steaks in a shallow bowl, coating steaks well.
  • In a shallow dish, mix together flour and Montreal seasoning. Scoop out 1 tablespoons and set it aside.
  • Coat cubed steaks well in flour mixture. Set them on a piece of wax paper for 20 minutes.
  • Add oil to a large nonstick pan. Heat over medium-high heat. Add cubed steak and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes per side. Remove to a plate.
  • Sprinkle the reserved 1 tablespoon flour into the pan. Cook 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk. Add pepper, salt to taste, and garlic powder. Simmer 2 to 3 minutes

LEAN/LOW FAT CHICKEN FRIED STEAK (WEIGHT WATCHERS - 4)



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I love chicken fried steak, but my diet didn't actually cater to it. I found this recipe on weight watchers - it's a pretty good replacement. If doing WW, its 4 points per serving.

Provided by prattandpratt

Categories     Meat

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 lean cube steaks
1/2 cup fat-free buttermilk
1 cup flour (reserve 1 Tablespoon)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon McCormick's Montreal Brand steak seasoning
2 tablespoons oil
2 cups skim milk

Steps:

  • Dip steaks in buttermilk. Combine flour, salt, and steak seasoning (remember to keep 1 tablespoon set aside). Dip steaks in flour mixture.
  • Set steaks on wax paper, let set for 20 minutes.
  • Heat 1 tablespoons oil in skillet, add steaks, cook until both sides are golden brown. Remove from pan and keep warm.
  • Combine milk and reserved TBSP of flour in bowl until well mixed.
  • Stirring constantly, add milk mixture to skillet. Once added, bring mixture to a boil.
  • Lower heat and simmer until gravy thickens.
  • Serve over steaks.

DELICIOUS! LOW-FAT CHICKEN FRIED OR COUNTRY FRIED STEAK



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My family loves this meal & it's easy to make. It's a great tasting, low-fat dinner. Just add your favorite side dish or vegetable. This comes from the cookbook, "1,001 More Low-Fat Recipes", which has a ton of good recipes in it. You can alter the ingredients to add some of the fat back in if you don't prefer no-fat ingredients. Enjoy!

Provided by Ripperjtl

Categories     Steak

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb boneless eye of round beef steak (4 steaks - 4oz. each, fat trimmed)
3 tablespoons flour
2 egg whites or 1/4 cup Egg Beaters egg substitute
1/4 cup skim milk
3/4 cup dry breadcrumbs (seasoned or unseasoned your choice)
vegetable oil cooking spray
salt & pepper
2 tablespoons margarine
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups skim milk or 2 cups fat-free half-and-half
1/2 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
1/4 cup nonfat sour cream
salt & pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Pound the steaks to about 1/4 inch thickness. If the steaks are thicker, you will have to increase the cooking time.
  • Combine egg whites & milk.
  • Coat steaks lightly with flour.
  • Dip Floured Steaks in Egg mixture & coat with Breadcrumbs.
  • Spray both sides of steak.
  • Generously spray skillet with cooking spray & heat over medium heat until hot.
  • Cook steaks over medium heat until browned (about 5 minutes on each side).
  • Cover & cook over LOW heat until steaks are tender, 30-40 minutes, turn ocasionally.
  • Season with Salt & pepper, serve with gravy, instructions are below.
  • Melt margarine in medium saucepan.
  • Stir in Flour & cook over medium-low heat 1 minute, STIRRING CONSTANTLY.
  • Whisk in milk & beef crystals, heat to boiling.
  • Boil until thickened, about 1 minute, STIRRING CONSTANTLY.
  • Stir in Sour Cream & cook for 1-2 minutes, season with salt & pepper to your liking.

THE BEST CHICKEN FRIED STEAK



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I received this recipe from a co-worker about 5 years ago. This is by far the best chicken fried steak I've ever had. I've made this numerous times for my picky eater son and my southern-raised better half, as well as other family and friends. I get nothing but rave reviews each time.

Provided by norah

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Beef     Steaks

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 (1/2 pound) beef cube steaks
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon black pepper
¾ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups buttermilk
1 egg
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce (e.g. Tabasco™)
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups vegetable shortening for deep frying
¼ cup all-purpose flour
4 cups milk
kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Pound the steaks to about 1/4-inch thickness. Place 2 cups of flour in a shallow bowl. Stir together the baking powder, baking soda, pepper, and salt in a separate shallow bowl; stir in the buttermilk, egg, Tabasco Sauce, and garlic. Dredge each steak first in the flour, then in the batter, and again in the flour. Pat the flour onto the surface of each steak so they are completely coated with dry flour.
  • Heat the shortening in a deep cast-iron skillet to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Fry the steaks until evenly golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Place fried steaks on a plate with paper towels to drain. Drain the fat from the skillet, reserving 1/4 cup of the liquid and as much of the solid remnants as possible.
  • Return the skillet to medium-low heat with the reserved oil. Whisk the remaining flour into the oil. Scrape the bottom of the pan with a spatula to release solids into the gravy. Stir in the milk, raise the heat to medium, and bring the gravy to a simmer, cook until thick, 6 to 7 minutes. Season with kosher salt and pepper. Spoon the gravy over the steaks to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 791.1 calories, Carbohydrate 71.1 g, Cholesterol 123.6 mg, Fat 34.3 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 47 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 1393.4 mg, Sugar 16.1 g

Tips:

  • To ensure the chicken is cooked thoroughly, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C).
  • For a crispier coating, double-coat the chicken in the flour mixture.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • If you don't have a cast iron skillet, you can use a large nonstick skillet.
  • Serve the chicken fried steak with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, green beans, or coleslaw.

Conclusion:

This delicious low-fat chicken fried steak is a healthier alternative to the traditional fried steak. It's made with lean chicken breast, which is coated in a flavorful breading and then pan-fried until golden brown. The result is a crispy, juicy, and satisfying dish that's sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're craving fried steak, give this low-fat version a try. You won't be disappointed!

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