In this round-up of 25+ side dishes for chicken fried steak, you’ll find a variety of comforting and delicious options that perfectly match the rich, crispy flavors of this Southern classic. Whether you’re craving classic mashed potatoes with creamy gravy, a tangy slaw, or fluffy biscuits, these sides are sure to make your chicken fried steak dinner a hit!
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Chicken fried steak is a true Southern classic, and for good reason! This beloved dish started as a clever way to make the most of inexpensive cuts of beef, breading and frying them to create a hearty, comforting meal. The rich gravy and crispy coating are all about Southern hospitality! It really showcases a southern cook’s knack for turning simple ingredients into something truly satisfying and delicious.
Chicken fried steak is a Southern classic made from a breaded and fried beef steak, typically a cube steak, that is coated in seasoned flour and deep-fried until crispy.
The most common cut of meat used for chicken fried steak is cube steak, which is a tenderized cut of beef. Some recipes use sirloin or round steak.
Side Dishes for Chicken Fried Steak
These Easy Mashed Potatoes with Sour Cream are the most delicious mashed potatoes you will ever have. They’re light, creamy, buttery & easy to make with the help of your stand mixer.
Red Cabbage Slaw is a super simple side dish recipe made without mayo. It’s tangy, delicious and crunchy.
Mashed Sweet Potatoes – Ultra creamy, flavorful and delicious and made with only 3-ingredients! No hand mashing required. Let your stand mixer do all the work for you!
These Smashed Brussels Sprouts are flattened so that they become extra crispy when roasted in the oven. Drizzled with the most amazing Lemon Tahini Sauce.
Learn how to make beef gravy with beef drippings or beef broth! With only 10 minutes of hands-on work, it’s surprisingly simple and yields rich and beefy brown gravy every time. Perfect for French fries, meat, potatoes, and more!
Pumpkin Mac and Cheese will quickly become your favorite fall meal. This family-friendly, easy recipe is a guaranteed winner!
This delicious warm German Potato Salad combines tender potatoes with a warm bacon-mustard vinaigrette dressing. It’s tangy, creamy and the perfect side dish for the summer grilling season.
Sriracha Mayo is an easy condiment with bold flavors! Enjoy it as a dip, spread, or dressing for sushi, burgers, sandwiches, fries & more!
Mashed Cauliflower is a delicious, low carb & keto friendly side dish. With 5 flavor variations and instructions for making it on the stove or in the Instant Pot.
This Healthy Wedge Salad Recipe is topped with buttermilk-blue cheese dressing and combines iceberg lettuce with radicchio and romaine. It’s topped with crispy onions and bacon for added crunch.
This Chimichurri Sauce recipe is packed with flavor and easy to make with simple ingredients & your blender or food processor. This cilantro chimichurri sauce for steak is also delicious with chicken, pork, seafood and roasted vegetables.
Top your favorite recipes with this Chipotle Crema. A Mexican-inspired, creamy sauce, gives a boost to tacos, salads, and more!
This Simple Kale Salad tosses kale, parmesan cheese, and croutons with a zesty lemon dressing to give you a perfect light meal or healthy side dish for any occasion. Ready in 10 minutes!
This Creamy Polenta recipe makes a delicious side dish. Irresistibly yummy with parmesan cheese, but simple to make with just 5-ingredients: polenta, parmesan, milk, chicken broth and butter. Yum!
Spoon Bread with Cheddar Cheese combines the savoriness of cornbread and the softness of a souffle in one delicious dish!
These Air Fryer Frozen Fries come out exactly like your favorite fast food fries! They’re crispy, golden on the outside and perfectly fluffy inside. So much better than deep frying or baking!
These copycat Din Tai Fung Green Beans are deliciously crispy and coated with lots of savory garlic and a spicy chili crisp. It’s the best umami-forward side dish to pair with all of your takeout-inspired favorites!
Make dinner extra special with Pesto Risotto, an impressive main dish featuring creamy Arborio rice, parmesan cheese, basil pesto, and toasted pine nuts. It’s a surprisingly easy 30-minute meal that’s perfect for weeknights or entertaining!
This yummy Bearnaise sauce recipe is rich, fluffy, and tangy. This sauce can be used on a variety of dishes, like steak and seafood.
Golden brown mushrooms, caramelized onions, thyme, and stock simmer to create a luxurious, savory homemade gravy perfect for a creamy pile of mashed potatoes.
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- 2 pounds medium red potatoes
- 4 strips bacon (cut into ½” pieces)
- 1 red onion (diced)
- ½ cup minced celery (including some leaves)
- 1/3 cup cider vinegar
- 1 ½ Tablespoons coarse or stoneground German style mustard
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
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Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with water by 2 inches .Season the water generously with salt. Bring to a boil and cook for 10-15 minutes, until just tender. Drain.
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While the potatoes are still warm, peel and slice, or cube them, into a large serving bowl.
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Meanwhile, cook the sliced bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5-6 minutes stirring occasionally. Transfer the bacon to a plate topped with paper towels to drain. Pour out all but 2 tablespoons bacon fat from the pan.
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Add the onion to the bacon fat. Season with a pinch of salt and cook for about 3-4 minutes, until softened.
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Stir in 1/4 cup water, vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt and pepper.
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Bring to a boil and pour over potatoes. Toss to coat. Add the bacon, celery and parsley. Season with additional salt and pepper, to taste. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Calories: 181kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 328mg | Potassium: 789mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 259IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg
