city chicken

Definition

A Depression-era Pittsburgh delicacy where meat scraps (usually pork or veal) are skewered, breaded, and fried to create a drumstick-like experience on a budget. It's basically "fake chicken" made from leftovers, but somehow it became a beloved regional comfort food that still slaps today.

Example Usage

My grandmother makes city chicken every Sunday, and I've never understood why it tastes better than actual chicken.

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