Chicken-Fried Skirt Steak with Country Gravy
Peer reviewed by UK recipe editorsAuthored by UK recipe editorsOriginally published 16 Jan 2026
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This hearty chicken-fried skirt steak is a satisfying high-protein dish that brings classic comfort food to your kitchen. By double-coating the steak in seasoned flour and broth before pan-frying, you achieve a wonderfully crisp exterior that contrasts perfectly with the tender beef inside. It is a robust meal that feels indulgent while providing a substantial hit of protein, making it ideal for a post-workout dinner or a warming midweek treat.
The dish is finished with a velvety country-style gravy, enriched with double cream, savoury sausage and a hint of aromatic sage and cloves. Adding spring onion tops at the final moment provides a fresh, bright lift to the deep, peppery flavours. Serve this alongside steamed greens or mash for a complete and wholesome homemade meal.
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Ingredients for Chicken-Fried Skirt Steak with Country Gravy
240ml beef broth, divided
120ml plain flour
4 4- to 5-inch-long pieces skirt steak
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
1 fully cooked breakfast pork-sausage patty (about 30g ), finely chopped
120ml whipping cream
1/2 teaspoons dried sage
Pinch of ground cloves
50g chopped spring onion tops
How to make Chicken-Fried Skirt Steak with Country Gravy
Pour 120ml broth into shallow bowl. Place flour in another shallow bowl. Sprinkle steak pieces on both sides with salt and pepper. Dip steaks into flour, then into broth, then into flour again, coating each time.
Melt butter in large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add steaks. Sauté until brown, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to plate.
Pour off butter from skillet. Add 1 teaspoon flour from shallow bowl. Whisk in remaining 120ml broth, sausage, cream, sage, and cloves. Boil gravy until thick enough to coat spoon, whisking often, about 3 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Mix in spring onion tops. Spoon gravy over steaks.
Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.
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16 Jan 2026 | Originally published
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UK recipe editors
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UK recipe editors

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