Chicken Fried Steak Baked With Mushroom Gravy

Ingredients

6-4 ounce cube steaks

1 cup flour, all purpose

½ tsp seasoned salt

½ tsp salt

½ tsp garlic powder

½ tsp black pepper

⅔ cup finely diced onion

1 cup vegetable oil for frying

2-4.5 ounce cans sliced mushrooms

1 can Cream of Chicken Soup

½ can water or milk, as desired, if you want creamier, use the milk

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350*, Grease a 9×13 baking pan

In a shallow bowl add in the flour

Heat the oil in a skillet over medium high heat

Dredge the cube steaks in the flour and carefully place them in the hot oil

Cook the steaks for 5 to 8 minutes, flipping one time, they should be light golden and crispy

Place three of the cube steaks in the bottom of the baking dish

Sprinkle the cube steaks with the seasoning salt, pepper, garlic powder and salt

Sprinkle with ⅓ cup of the finely diced onion

Layer the three remaining cube steaks, sprinkle those with seasoning

Pour the soup into a bowl and add the water or milk

Add the mushrooms and pour the mix over the top of the top of the cube steaks

Cover and bake for 30 minutes, reduce the heat and bake for another 30 to 45 minutes

When the onions are soft and the soup is bubbly, the Chicken Fried Steaks are done.

Enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

YIELD: 6 SERVING SIZE: 1

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I use a different type of steak?

Yes, you can use other tenderized cuts such as sirloin or round steak.

Can I make this recipe gluten-free?

Yes, use a gluten-free flour blend for dredging the steaks and a gluten-free cream soup.

What can I use instead of cream of chicken soup?

You can use cream of mushroom or cream of celery soup, or make a homemade cream sauce.

Can I bake the cube steaks without frying them first?

Frying gives a crispier texture, but you can skip it to reduce fat.

Bake them directly in the gravy, but expect a softer texture.

Is it possible to use fresh mushrooms instead of canned?

Yes, you can sauté fresh mushrooms and add them to the gravy mixture.

Can I prepare this dish ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble it ahead of time and bake it when ready to serve.

Ensure it’s covered and refrigerated if not baking immediately.

What sides go well with chicken fried steak?

Mashed potatoes, green beans, and corn are classic sides.

A fresh salad also pairs well.

Can I use milk instead of water in the gravy?

Yes, using milk will make the gravy creamier.

How can I make this dish healthier?

Bake the steaks without frying, use low-sodium soup, and increase the proportion of vegetables.

Can I substitute the vegetable oil with another type of oil?

Yes, you can use canola oil, olive oil, or another preferred cooking oil.