Chicken fried steak goes so well with so many side dishes, how do you decide? Well don’t worry. I’ve got 83 inspiring and delicious side dishes the whole family can enjoy to pair with what is quite possibly one of the most iconic southern American recipes. You could probably eat chicken fried steak every week for the rest of your life and never have the same pairings of sides if you want!
Whenever I used to go somewhere like Cracker Barrel or Bob Evans, I didn’t even need to look at the menu. I already know what I was getting: chicken fried steak. I never made it home.
You see, Chicken Fried Steak is one of those meals that I always ordered at restaurants but never made at home because I thought it would be too hard. But I knew that needed to change.
I was shocked how surprisingly quick and easy this meal was to make. And it’s done in 30 minutes! Who doesn’t love a comforting and delicious 30-minute meal?!
And the flavor!! Not just from the steak but from that wonderful gravy. Those pan drippings really work their magic! You’ll want some rolls or bread to make sure you get it all.
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What to Eat With Chicken Fried Steak
Chicken fried steak is one of those quintessential American dishes that pairs so well with so many different foods it can be really hard to make up your mind. Trust me, I know how hard it can be.
That’s why I’ve gathered 83 (yes! 83!) of my favorite sides that go well with chicken fried steak. If that still seems a little overwhelming for you, here’s just a few general ideas to get you started.
- Potatoes – Red, Russet, or sweet potatoes. Mashed, roasted, baked, or fried. You can’t go wrong serving a potato side with this. We even love hashbrowns or hashbrown casserole with it.
- Vegetables – Collard greens, green beans, broccoli, mushrooms, carrots, cabbage, tomatoes.
- Green salad – Simple sure, but the lightness of a fresh salad goes so well with a deep-fried, battered steak.
- Coleslaw – Coleslaw is the perfect side dish to serve with this.
- Bread – Garlic toast, dinner rolls, biscuits, cornbread are all great not just to eat, but also to be sure you get every last bit of that delicious gravy.
- Mac and cheese – My two favorite sides with CFS have to be potatoes and macaroni and cheese.
- Baked beans – Baked beans are another classic to serve with your chicken fried steak.
- Corn – Creamed corn, Hush puppies or corn on the cob.
What is Chicken Fried Steak
Chicken fried steak is a southern delicacy here in the United States that has found its way into the hearts, and stomachs, of people all over the world.
It is flattened, tenderized steak (usually cube steak) that is breaded and fried to a crispy, golden-brown perfection. It’s often topped with a white or brown gravy that really, really brings the whole dish together.
I can’t even imagine a chicken fried steak without that glorious gravy.
Easy Chicken Fried Steak Recipe
This easy Chicken Fried Steak recipe is done in just 30 minutes!
Tender battered beef is deep fried and topped with a thick gravy made with drippings from the pan. It’s a great, easy and comforting dinner for busy nights! And of course it’s delicious.
How to Reheat Chicken Fried Steak
You can reheat leftover chicken fried steak in the oven or in the microwave.
In the oven – Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the steaks on a baking sheet and reheat for 7-10 minutes or until warmed through.
In the microwave – Place the steak on a microwave safe plate and heat on high for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.
Best Steak for Chicken Fried Steak
Cube steak is what is usually used to make chicken fried steak. If you can’t find cube steak, you can replace it with either round steak or top sirloin. I like to use whichever is on sale.
No matter what type of steak you use, be sure to flatten the steaks by pounding them to a uniform thickness of between 1/4- and 1/2-inch.
What to Serve with Chicken Fried Steak
Okay, let’s get to the good stuff! Here are 83 great go-alongs for you to choose from that will go so well with your Chicken Fried Steak!
Salad
A nice side salad is a great and light partner to the fairly heavy main dish. Some great salad ideas to go with your fried steak
Potatoes
Potatoes are always the perfect accompaniment with chicken fried steak. And from baked potatoes to tater tots, there are a LOT of potato side to choose from:
- The Perfect Baked Potato
- Mom’s Mashed Potatoes
- Boursin Cheese Mashed Potatoes
- Feta Cheese Mashed Potatoes Recipe
- Ultimate Twice Baked Potatoes Recipe
- Baked Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
- Oven Smashed Potatoes Recipes
- Scalloped Potatoes with Cheese
- Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes
- Instant Pot Red Potatoes Recipe
- Perfect Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes
- Air Fried Sweet Potato Fries
- Sweet Potato Mash
- Baked Sweet Potato Recipe In The Microwave
- Chili-Topped Baked Potatoes
- Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes
- 4 Ingredient Hash Brown Casserole
- Air Fryer Shredded Hash Browns
- Air Fryer Frozen Tater Tots
- Air Fried Steak Fries
- Air Fryer Waffle Fries
- Air Fryer French Fries
- Baked Potato Chips
- Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
- Loaded Potato Casserole
Mac and Cheese
The only thing better than potatoes with chicken fried steak is mac and cheese. The only thing better than that is both of them together.
- Mac and Cheese Bites
- Instant Pot Velveeta Mac and Cheese Recipe
- BEST Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe
- Crockpot macaroni and Cheese
- Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
Baked Beans
Baked beans are always a classic pairing with this recipe.
Classic Sides
A classic southern recipe deserves a classic side dish to go with it, and none are more classic than these.
- Instant Pot Potato Salad
- Smoked Potato Salad
- Easy Cole Slaw
- Deviled Egg Macaroni Salad
- Southern Macaroni Salad
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
- Easy Pasta Salad
- Broccoli Salad
- Cucumber Carrot Salad
Vegetables
If you’re looking to make sure you’re getting a little bit of healthy with your battered, deep-fried steak, I’ve got a variety of veggie dishes you’re sure to love.
- Easy Crockpot Vegetables
- Sauteed Cabbage
- Oven Roasted Broccoli
- Zucchini Parmesan Fritters
- Easy Artichoke Recipe
- Instant Pot Green Beans
- Spicy Pan-Fried Green Beans
- Air Fried Broccoli and Cauliflower
- How to Cook Bagged Sauerkraut
- Roasted Tomatoes with Garlic
- Air Fried Frozen Brussels Sprouts
- Easy Sauteed Asparagus
- Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- Baked Asparagus with Balsamic Vinegar and Butter
- Instant Pot Asparagus
- Roasted Butternut Squash
- Crockpot Green Ben Casserole
- Perfect Grilled Cabbage Steaks
- Baked Zucchini Chips
- Instant Pot Mushrooms with Butter Ranch Sauce
- Easy Roasted Vegetables
- Cauliflower Rice
- Sauteed Zoodles with Mushrooms
- Pineapple Stuffing
Corn
Corn! Creamed, cobbed, or canned, you can’t beat beautiful, buttery corn as a great side dish!
- How to Cook Frozen Corn on the Cob
- Crockpot Creamed Corn
- Instant Pot Creamed Corn
- Grilled Corn on the Cob
- Fiesta Corn Salad
Bread
Oh, and you’ll definitely want some type of bread to sop up all that delicious gravy.
Dessert
Finally, you’ll want to be sure and save a little room for dessert.
If I didn’t list your favorite chicken fried steak side here, let me know in the comments what it is!
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