# Meaty Brunch Variations The Eggs Benedict Replaces the English Muffin with Country Fried Steak By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-07-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/country-fried-steak References: [dudefoods](http://dudefoods.com/the-chicken-fried-steak-benedict/) This dish is a cross between Eggs Benedict and country fried steak. In fact, the breakfast is essentially Eggs Benedict on top of a chicken fried steak instead of an English muffin. Created by Nick Chipman from DudeFoods, the [Chicken Fried Steak Benedict](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-butter-pancake-tender-sandwich) is the [ultimate brunch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brunch-meets-lunch), consisting of a poached egg covered in hollandaise sauce and a slice of ham on top of a breaded steak cutlet that has been coated in seasoned flour before being pan-fried. Previously, the blog also featured a Poutine Benedict. If you are avoiding bread in your diet, this [country fried steak recipe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/country-bagels-gravy-egg-sandwich) is one alternative. It is apparently also good at getting rid of headaches and could be a potential hangover cure as well. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eggs Benedict Variations:** Creating unique versions of the classic Eggs Benedict dish opens up opportunities for culinary innovation. - **Alternative Brunch Recipes:** Developing alternative brunch recipes that cater to specific dietary needs or preferences can disrupt the traditional brunch industry. - **Hangover Cure Cuisine:** Exploring dishes that are not only delicious but also claim to help with hangovers can tap into the market of health-conscious consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can capitalize on the growing demand for unique brunch dishes and hangover cures. - **Culinary Arts and Restaurants:** Chefs and restaurants have the opportunity to showcase their creativity by offering innovative variations of brunch classics. - **Health and Wellness:** The health and wellness industry can explore the potential benefits of certain foods and create products that cater to hangover relief and prevention. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Shrimp Benedict Brunch Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creole-shrimp-benedict.md) - [Premium Egg Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/royal-eggs-benedict.md) - [Homestyle QSR Breakfast Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/country-fried-3-egg-breakfast.md) - [All-in-One Breakfast Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cracker-barrel-breakfast-burger.md) - [QSR Eggs Benedict Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maestro-eggs-benedict-burger.md) - [Brisket-Stuffed Breakfast Biscuits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smoked-brisket-biscuit.md) - [Hearty Stacked Breakfast Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doublestack-egg-sandwich.md) - [Big Hunger Breakfast Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-sausage-biscuit-with-fried-egg.md) - [Chicken-Bacon Breakfast Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mighty-mcmuffin.md)