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    Keto Chicken Fried Steak

    Last Update February 3, 2021 By Chrystal 16 Comments

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    If you're on the hunt for a comforting low carb dinner idea, look no further than this Keto Fried Chicken Steak.

    chicken fried steak with gravy on a round white plate next to a fork and a striped napkin

    Coated in a crispy Parmesan and pork rind crust and smothered in sausage gravy, you won't believe how filling and delectable this chicken fried steak is.

    A glass of Keto Lemonade would be the perfect accompaniment for this fried cube steak.

    For another amazing dinner idea, you'll want to make this Marry Me Chicken.

    Keto Chicken Fried Steak

    This chicken fried steak recipe is quick and so flavorful. It starts with cube steak dredged in a savory coating and fried on the stove.

    The low carb sausage gravy is optional, but really brings the dish together. You could also use this Five Minute Keto Gravy if you prefer.

    In just 15 minutes you'll have a restaurant style chicken fried steak ready to satisfy keto and non-keto eaters alike.

    Why do they call it Chicken Fried Steak?

    Contrary to its name, this dish is actually make with beef and not chicken cutlets. The name "chicken fried" comes from the way the steak is prepared, with an egg wash and crunchy fried coating.

    You can also use any thin cut of steak in place of cube steak if you like. Be sure to tenderize the steak using a meat tenderizer first to achieve that classic chicken fried steak texture.

    chicken fried steak with gravy on a round white plate

    How to Make Keto Chicken Fried Steak

    1. Salt and pepper both sides of your cube steak.
    2. Combine crushed pork rinds, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika in a shallow dish.
    3. Dip the cube steak in an egg wash and turn to coat both sides with the egg.
    4. Lay the egg coated steak in the crunchy crust coating.
    5. Flip the steak to coat both sides with the crust.
    6. Gently place the coated steak into a skillet of hot oil and fry on both sides until golden brown and cooked through.

    These numbered steps match the numbered photos and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions please see the recipe below.

    Note: Usually cube steak is sold in large pieces. To get four servings of chicken fried steak, I recommend cutting them in half before preparing.

    Doing this will also make it easier to flip while cooking and will ensure that the beef cooks evenly.

    Other Options for Chicken Fried Steak Coating

    If you don't have pork rinds, you can also use almond meal or crushed low carb crackers. Keep in mind, however, that the coating may not have quite the same crunchy texture as fried pork rinds.

    a collage of six photos showing how to bread and fry keto chicken fried steak

    Can I make this chicken fried steak egg free?

    If you need an egg free option for your keto steak, you can use heavy cream in place of the egg wash.

    Simply dip the beef in the heavy cream and then coat with the breading and cook according to the recipe instructions.

    How to Make Keto Sausage Gravy

    1. Add crumbled sausage to a large frying pan and cook until browned, breaking up the pieces to ensure that the sausage is cooked thoroughly.
    2. Remove the sausage from the pan and set it aside on a plate to drain.
    3. Add onion and garlic to the pan and cook in the fat from the sausage until softened and translucent.
    4. Add heavy cream, salt, and pepper, and bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and let the gravy simmer for a minute.
    5. Add the cooked sausage back to the pan and cook for another minute, stirring to combine.
    6. Spoon your keto sausage gravy over your cooked chicken fried steak and serve.

    To turn your keto chicken fried steak into a hearty southern inspired meal, serve with Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Keto Cornbread.

    If you're looking for more dinner ideas, try this Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole next.

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    Keto Chicken Fried Steak

    Yield: 4 servings
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes

    If you're on the hunt for a comforting low carb dinner idea, look no further than this Keto Fried Chicken Steak. Coated in a crispy Parmesan and pork rind crust and smothered in sausage gravy, you won't believe how filling and delectable this chicken fried steak is.

    Ingredients

    For the Chicken Fried Steak:

    • 1 lb. cube steak, ¼ inch thick
    • ¼ cup heavy cream
    • 2 eggs
    • 1 cup crushed pork rinds (or keto crackers, or almond meal)
    • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
    • 2 teaspoons onion powder
    • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon paprika
    • Cooking oil (we use avocado oil)

    For the Keto Sausage Gravy:

    • 1 lb ground pork breakfast sausage
    • ½ cup onion, diced
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions

    For the Chicken Fried Steak

    1. Salt and pepper both sides of the cube steak.
    2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream and eggs.
    3. In a separate large mixing bowl, combine the pork rinds, Parmesan cheese, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika.
    4. Heat ½ inch of oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
    5. Dip the cube steak into the egg wash and flip it to coat both sides.
    6. Dip the egg coated steak into the crunchy coating and flip to coat.
    7. Gently lower the coated cube steak into the hot oil. Fry golden brown, then using tongs flip to fry the other side.
    8. Place cooked keto fried chicken steak on a plate with a paper towel. Repeat with the next piece of steak.


    For the Sausage Gravy

    1. Heat a large frying pan to medium temperature. Add crumbled sausage and cook until the sausage is no longer pink, using a spatula to break up the crumbles.
    2. Remove the sausage from the pan; set aside.
    3. Add the onion and garlic to the pan and cook until the onion is translucent and soft. Stir often.
    4. Add the heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Bring the gravy to a boil.
    5. Once the gravy begins to boil, lower the heat and simmer for one minute.
    6. Add the sausage back to the pan and continue to cook and stir for one minute.
    7. Spoon the gravy over the top of the keto chicken fried steak and serve hot.

    Notes

    • Usually cube steak is sold in large pieces. Cut each cube steak in half to make 4 pieces. This will make it easier to flip when frying.
    • The keto gravy is optional.
    • If you don't have pork rinds, you can use almond meal or crushed keto crackers. Please note the outer coating won't get as crispy.
    • Cube steak is a thin cut of steak that's been tenderized. You can use your steak of choice and tenderize it for this keto chicken fried steak recipe.
    • Egg free option: If you can't have eggs simply dip your cube steak in heavy cream before dipping it in the crunchy coating.

    Nutrition Information:
    Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
    Amount Per Serving: Calories: 665Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 2gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 411mgCarbohydrates: 6gNet Carbohydrates: 5gFiber: 1gSugar: 6gProtein: 22g

    The nutrition information for this recipe is an approximate total per serving. Please double check the nutrition information for your exact ingredients and brands.

    © Chrystal
    Cuisine: American / Category: Main Dishes

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    Comments

    1. Blanca

      August 30, 2020 at 10:05 am

      Deliciousssss. So good. Tastes like I got it at a restaurant.I have made this recipe more times than I can count and it is perfect every time Love it, thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Chrystal

        August 31, 2020 at 6:12 am

        I am so glad you like it. Thank you for taking the time to stop back by and let me know.

        Best,
        Chrystal

        Reply
    2. Margie

      August 30, 2020 at 12:24 pm

      pefect thank you for sharing

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      • Chrystal

        August 31, 2020 at 6:11 am

        You are welcome! I am so glad you like it.

        Best,
        Chrystal

        Reply
    3. Jimmy

      September 10, 2020 at 2:44 am

      So tasty! I did it last night for my family! They love it much. Thank you for sharing this recipe!

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      • Chrystal

        September 10, 2020 at 5:58 am

        So glad everyone loved it.

        Best,
        Chrystal

        Reply
    4. Beryl

      September 21, 2020 at 7:24 pm

      This was very good! I just got through stuffing my face with it. We do keto-for-diabetes eating so I’m not totally strict in that way of cooking but I love to find new ways for using almond flour, And thank you for the tip on putting breaded meat in the fridge before frying–really worked!

      Reply
      • Chrystal

        September 23, 2020 at 6:54 am

        I am so glad you liked it. Thanks for letting me know.

        Best,
        Chrystal

        Reply
    5. Stephanie

      November 23, 2020 at 6:45 pm

      Made this recipe for dinner. I made the gravy but added beef bouillon to the cream with onions and pepper with a side of cauliflower purée. It was excellent.

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      • Chrystal

        November 24, 2020 at 5:36 am

        I am so glad you liked it. It's a favorite of ours too. Thank you for taking the time to stop back by and let me know.

        Best,
        Chrystal

        Reply
    6. Chelsea

      November 26, 2020 at 6:39 pm

      I love, love, love country fried/chicken fried steak! With country gravy (sausage gravy without the sausage).. I do love sausage gravy but over biscuits! So, I will use both the steak recipe AND the sausage gravy recipe!

      Reply
      • Chrystal

        November 27, 2020 at 5:52 am

        I love the sausage gravy over both chicken fried steak and biscuits 😉 Enjoy!

        Chrystal

        Reply
    7. Kelly

      December 01, 2020 at 12:27 am

      Made this recipe for dinner. I made the gravy but added beef bouillon to the cream with onions and pepper with a side of cauliflower purée. It was excellent.

      Reply
      • Chrystal

        December 01, 2020 at 9:07 am

        I am so glad you liked it. Thank you for sharing what you used.

        Best,
        Chrystal

        Reply
    8. Karens

      December 14, 2020 at 6:09 pm

      Thank you very much! The recipe is great!

      Reply
    9. Rachel

      December 14, 2020 at 6:14 pm

      This was so good. Definitely a keeper. Going to try it with chicken next time. Thank you!!!

      Reply

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