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30-Minute Air Fryer Chicken Fried Steak

There's something undeniably satisfying about biting into a crispy, golden-brown Chicken Fried Steak. If the thought of frying and dealing with all that oil is a turn-off, say hello to Air Fryer Chicken Fried Steak! This game-changing recipe delivers that same mouthwatering crunchy without all the fuss. Using tenderized cube steak and the magic of air frying you’ll create a delicious twist on a classic that your family will love.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Southern
Keyword Air Fryer
Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 629kcal
Author Wendy Polisi

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds cube steaks tenderized
  • 1 cup whole milk or buttermilk
  • 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 sleeves crushed saltine crackers
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

Quick Gravy

  • ¼ cup unsalted buter
  • ⅓ cup all purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Place the cube steaks in a shallow dish.
  • In a large measuring cup, combine with milk, salt, paprika, and garlic powder.
  • Pour the mixture over the steaks and allow to sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate overnight.
  • Combine the finely crushed saltine crackers and flour in a shallow dish.
  • Remove the steaks from the milk mixture and cover with the cracker mixture, pressing with your fingers to help the coating adhere. Repeat with the remaining steaks.
  • Preheat your air fryer to 350° F.
  • Cook the steaks in a single layer for 12 to 16 minutes, until the meat reaches 160° F and the exterior is brown and crisp.
  • While the steaks are cooking, melt the butter in a saucepan. Add the flour, and whisk until it begins to brown, about 2 minutes. Add the milk, a little at a time, until it is fully incorporated. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 629kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 1370mg | Potassium: 645mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 567IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 168mg | Iron: 6mg