Luby's Cafeteria Chicken Fried Steak

Recreate the beloved flavors of a Southern classic with this recipe for Luby's Cafeteria Chicken Fried Steak, a nostalgic comfort food favorite known for its crispy, golden-brown coating and irresistibly tender beef. Perfectly seasoned with a blend of garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper, each steak is double-breaded in a buttermilk batter for extra crunch. Fried to perfection in a sizzling combination of vegetable oil and butter, these steaks are topped with a rich, homemade gravy made from savory pan drippings and creamy milk infused with chicken bouillon. Pair with velvety mashed potatoes and green beans for a restaurant-worthy meal that’s hearty, satisfying, and perfect for sharing. Whether you're reliving childhood memories or discovering this comfort classic for the first time, this dish offers an indulgently crispy bite that's sure to please.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Beef cube steak
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 cups Milk
• 1 teaspoon Chicken bouillon powder

Directions

Step 1

Place the beef cube steaks on a cutting board and use a meat mallet to tenderize them further, if necessary.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well.

Step 3

In another shallow dish, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs until smooth.

Step 4

Dredge each piece of steak first in the flour mixture, then in the buttermilk mixture, and finally back in the flour mixture, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Set aside on a plate.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the butter to the skillet and allow it to melt. The oil should be hot but not smoking.

Step 6

Fry the steaks in batches, cooking each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove the steaks and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 7

Once all the steaks are cooked, remove most of the oil from the skillet, leaving about 2 tablespoons, and keep any browned bits in the pan.

Step 8

Add 2 tablespoons of flour to the remaining oil in the skillet and whisk together over medium heat to make a roux.

Step 9

Slowly whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Add the chicken bouillon powder and continue to whisk until the gravy thickens, about 5 minutes.

Step 10

Serve the chicken fried steaks warm with the creamy gravy poured over the top. Pair with mashed potatoes and green beans for a classic Southern meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1792.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4290.2

Total Fat 307.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 135.9g
Cholesterol 788.6mg	0%
Sodium 3773.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 224.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 37.1g
Protein 167.0g	0%

Vitamin D 428.1IU	0%
Calcium 1048.1mg	0%
Iron 24.3mg	0%
Potassium 2924.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.8%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 20.8%