Whole30 Chicken Fried Steak with Gravy

Indulge in the classic comfort of chicken fried steak with a healthy twist in this Whole30-approved recipe! These tender beef cube steaks are coated in a perfectly seasoned blend of almond and coconut flours, then pan-fried in ghee to golden, crispy perfection. The dairy-free gravy, made creamy with coconut milk and rich with nutritional yeast, takes this dish to the next level without compromising your Whole30 goals. Ready in just 40 minutes, this gluten-free and paleo-friendly version of a Southern favorite is perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend indulgence. Serve it with your favorite veggie sides for a satisfying, wholesome meal that doesn't miss a beat when it comes to flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces beef cube steaks
• 1 cup almond flour
• 0.5 cup coconut flour
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 0.25 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 0.25 cup ghee
• 1 cup coconut milk (canned, full fat)
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast

Directions

Step 1

In a shallow bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and almond milk until well combined.

Step 3

Pat dry the beef cube steaks with paper towels to remove moisture.

Step 4

Dredge each steak in the flour mixture, dip into the egg mixture, then back into the flour to ensure fully coated.

Step 5

Heat ghee in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 6

Once ghee is hot, add the steaks to the skillet without overcrowding. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through. Work in batches if necessary.

Step 7

Remove steaks from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Step 8

Reduce heat to low and add more ghee if needed. Add chicken broth and deglaze the skillet, scraping up any browned bits with a wooden spoon.

Step 9

In a small bowl, mix the arrowroot powder with a tablespoon of water to form a slurry.

Step 10

Slowly stir in the coconut milk, arrowroot slurry, and nutritional yeast into the skillet. Whisk continuously until the gravy thickens, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 11

Season the gravy with additional salt and pepper to taste.

Step 12

Serve the chicken fried steaks topped with the dairy-free gravy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1229.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3076.6

Total Fat 241.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 125.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 812mg	0%
Sodium 3149.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 99.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.9g	0%
Total Sugars 16.3g
Protein 146.1g	0%

Vitamin D 102.0IU	0%
Calcium 498.4mg	0%
Iron 27.6mg	0%
Potassium 2674.0mg	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: 68.9%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 12.6%