Description
Air Fryer Chicken Fried Steak Fingers are a guilt-free twist on a classic comfort food. Imagine crispy, golden-brown steak fingers with a crunchy coating, delivering savory flavors with every bite. This easy recipe transforms your favorite indulgence into a healthier option using an air fryer, making it perfect for game nights, family dinners, or satisfying cravings. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauces and watch as they vanish in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless beef steaks (sirloin or top round)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray (olive oil preferred)
Instructions
- Slice the beef steaks into finger-sized pieces and soak in buttermilk for at least an hour.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko mixed with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge each steak piece in the flour, then dip in the egg wash, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Arrange the coated steak fingers in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray lightly with cooking spray and cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 steak fingers (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg