City Chicken but It's Not Chicken

Experience a nostalgic twist on a classic comfort food with "City Chicken but It's Not Chicken"—a hearty, Midwestern-inspired dish featuring skewered and breaded cubes of pork loin and veal, expertly seasoned and baked to golden perfection. Despite its name, this dish contains no chicken; instead, tender cuts of pork and veal are the stars, making it a flavorful alternative for those craving something unique. The recipe combines a crispy breadcrumb coating, a quick pan-fry for a golden crust, and a buttery chicken broth bath that keeps the skewers irresistibly juicy while baking. Perfect for family dinners, this satisfyingly savory recipe pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, green beans, or your favorite comfort-food side dishes. Whether you're revisiting fond childhood memories or trying it for the first time, this "City Chicken" is a delicious upgrade to your dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Pork loin, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 pound Veal, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 large Eggs, lightly beaten
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 8 pieces Wooden skewers
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Thread the cubes of pork and veal alternately onto the wooden skewers, leaving a little space on each end of the skewer for easy handling.

Step 3

Season the meat skewers evenly with salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 4

Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. Place the flour in the first bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk in the second bowl, and fill the third bowl with breadcrumbs.

Step 5

Dredge each skewer in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the egg mixture, making sure it is fully coated, and finally roll it in the breadcrumbs to evenly coat all sides.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, fry the breaded skewers until golden brown on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. You may need to do this in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 7

Transfer the browned skewers into a baking dish in a single layer.

Step 8

Pour the chicken broth into the baking dish, making sure the broth comes about 1/2 inch up the sides of the skewers. Dot the top of the skewers with small pats of butter.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the skewers are cooked through and the breadcrumbs are crispy.

Step 11

Serve hot with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes or green beans. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1607.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3352.6

Total Fat 184.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 1129.7mg	0%
Sodium 5469.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 180.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.4g	0%
Total Sugars 11.4g
Protein 245.7g	0%

Vitamin D 127.6IU	0%
Calcium 291.8mg	0%
Iron 22.7mg	0%
Potassium 3426.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.3%

Protein: 29.2%

Carbs: 21.5%