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What Is City Chicken?
Despite the poultry-themed name, City Chicken is made entirely from pork. A staple of Polish-American kitchens, especially in cities like Pittsburgh and Cleveland, this Depression-era recipe was created to mimic the taste and appearance of fried chicken using more affordable pork.
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless pork, cubed (1½-inch pieces)
Salt, pepper, and seasoned salt to taste
4 eggs
3 tablespoons milk
2 cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs
2 cups water
2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Additional items needed:
14 (4-inch) skewers
9×13-inch baking dish
Wire rack
Aluminum foil
Preparation
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