Seasoned Chicken Fried Steaks

Crispy, well seasoned steaks done with in 30 minutes..

• Ready In: 28 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 4 steaks

Ingredients

• 2 1⁄4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
• 2  teaspoons baking powder
• 3⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 3⁄4 teaspoon onion powder
• 3⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 3⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 3⁄4 teaspoon chili powder
• 2  eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 2⁄3 cups buttermilk, divided
• 4 (4 ounce)  beef cube steaks
• 1 1⁄2 cups low-fat milk
•  vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

1. In a shallow bowl, combine 2 cups flour, baking powder, and seasonings.
2. In another shallow bowl, combine eggs, and 1 cup buttermilk.
3. Dip each cubed steak in buttermilk mixture, then roll in flour mixture, and let stand for 5 minutes.
4. In a large skillet, heat 1/2 inch of oil on medium-high.
5. Fry steaks for 5-7 minutes, and turn carefully.
6. Cook 5 minutes longer or until coating is crisp and meat is no longer pink.
7. Remove steaks and keep warm.
8. Drain reserving 1/3 cup drippings, and stir remaining flour into drippings until smooth.
9. Cook and stir over medium heat for 2 minutes.
10. Gradually whisk in milk, and remaining buttermilk.
11. Bring to a boil, and cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
12. Serve with steaks.