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	~~'''City Chicken''' is a North American~~ dish~~, popular in certain regions~~ of the ~~United States and Canada. Despite its name, the dish does not contain chicken. Instead, it is typically made from pork, veal, or both.~~		{{short description\|A dish consisting of skewered meat}}
			{{For\|the city in Poland\|Chicken City}}

	== ~~History~~ ==		==City chicken==
	~~The origins of~~ [[City ~~Chicken]] can be traced back to the Great Depression era in the United States~~. ~~During this time,~~ chicken ~~was considered a luxury item~~ and ~~was relatively expensive~~. As a ~~result~~, ~~butchers began to skewer pieces of less expensive~~ pork ~~and~~ veal, ~~shaping them to resemble~~ a chicken ~~leg~~. ~~This~~ dish ~~was then breaded and cooked~~, ~~often by baking~~ or ~~frying~~.		[[File:City-chicken.JPG\|thumb\|right\|A plate of city chicken served with mashed potatoes and green beans.]]
			'''City chicken''' is a dish that consists of cubes of meat, typically pork, veal, or a combination of both, which are threaded onto skewers, breaded, and then fried or baked. Despite its name, city chicken does not contain chicken. The dish is popular in certain regions of the United States, particularly in areas with a strong Polish or Eastern European heritage.

	== ~~Regional Variations~~ ==		==History==
	City ~~Chicken is~~ particularly ~~popular in certain regions of~~ the ~~United States, including~~ [[~~Pittsburgh~~]], ~~Pennsylvania~~, ~~and parts~~ of ~~Ohio, Michigan, and New York~~. It ~~is also found~~ in ~~some parts of Canada, such as~~ [[~~Toronto~~]]~~. The dish can vary by region~~, ~~with some variations including different types of meat, different cooking methods, or different types of breading~~.		City chicken originated during the early 20th century, particularly during the [[Great Depression]] era, when chicken was more expensive and less available than other meats. The dish was created as a substitute for chicken, using more affordable cuts of meat. It became a staple in the [[Rust Belt]] cities, where it was commonly served in homes and restaurants.

	== Preparation ==		==Preparation==
	The preparation of ~~City Chicken typically~~ involves ~~skewering cubes of~~ pork and~~/or~~ veal ~~on a~~ wooden ~~stick~~. The ~~meat is then seasoned~~, ~~breaded~~, and ~~cooked~~. ~~Some recipes call for~~ the ~~dish to~~ be baked~~, while others suggest~~ frying~~. It is often served with gravy~~ and ~~a side of mashed potatoes~~.		The preparation of city chicken involves cutting pork and veal into cubes, which are then seasoned and skewered onto small wooden sticks. The skewers are typically breaded with a mixture of flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs. Once breaded, the skewers can be fried in oil until golden brown or baked in an oven. Some variations include simmering the skewers in a sauce or broth after frying to enhance flavor and tenderness.

	== Cultural ~~Significance~~ ==		==Cultural significance==
	City ~~Chicken~~ holds ~~a certain~~ cultural significance in ~~the~~ regions ~~where it is popular~~. It is often ~~associated with comfort food~~ and is a ~~staple in many homes during~~ the ~~holiday season. Despite its origins as a dish born out~~ of ~~economic necessity, it has endured and is now considered a beloved regional specialty~~.		City chicken holds cultural significance in regions with large Polish-American and Eastern European communities. It is often served at family gatherings, holidays, and community events. The dish is a testament to the resourcefulness of immigrant communities in adapting to available resources while maintaining culinary traditions.

	== ~~See Also~~ ==		==Variations==
	* [[Comfort food]]		While the traditional version of city chicken uses pork and veal, variations exist that incorporate other meats such as beef or lamb. Some recipes may include additional seasonings or marinades to enhance the flavor. The method of cooking can also vary, with some preferring to grill the skewers instead of frying or baking.
	* [[Great Depression]]
	* [[Pittsburgh]]
	* [[Toronto]]

	[[~~Category:North American cuisine~~]]		==Related pages==
	[[~~Category:Comfort food~~]]		* [[Kebab]]
	[[Category:~~Great Depression~~]]		* [[Souvlaki]]
	[[Category:~~Pittsburgh~~]]		* [[Shish kebab]]
	[[Category:~~Toronto~~]]		* [[Cuisine of the United States]]
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'''City Chicken''' is a North American dish, popular in certain regions of the United States and Canada. Despite its name, the dish does not contain chicken. Instead, it is typically made from pork, veal, or both.

== History ==
The origins of [[City Chicken]] can be traced back to the Great Depression era in the United States. During this time, chicken was considered a luxury item and was relatively expensive. As a result, butchers began to skewer pieces of less expensive pork and veal, shaping them to resemble a chicken leg. This dish was then breaded and cooked, often by baking or frying.

== Regional Variations ==
City Chicken is particularly popular in certain regions of the United States, including [[Pittsburgh]], Pennsylvania, and parts of Ohio, Michigan, and New York. It is also found in some parts of Canada, such as [[Toronto]]. The dish can vary by region, with some variations including different types of meat, different cooking methods, or different types of breading.

== Preparation ==
The preparation of City Chicken typically involves skewering cubes of pork and/or veal on a wooden stick. The meat is then seasoned, breaded, and cooked. Some recipes call for the dish to be baked, while others suggest frying. It is often served with gravy and a side of mashed potatoes.

== Cultural Significance ==
City Chicken holds a certain cultural significance in the regions where it is popular. It is often associated with comfort food and is a staple in many homes during the holiday season. Despite its origins as a dish born out of economic necessity, it has endured and is now considered a beloved regional specialty.

== See Also ==
* [[Comfort food]]
* [[Great Depression]]
* [[Pittsburgh]]
* [[Toronto]]

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[[Category:Comfort food]]
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