Best 3 Chef Johns City Chicken Recipes
Chef John's City Chicken is a classic comfort food dish that is sure to please the whole family. It is made with chicken breasts that are dredged in flour, then fried until golden brown. The chicken is then simmered in a tangy sauce made with ketchup, vinegar, sugar, and spices. The result is a delicious and flavorful dish that can be served over rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles. This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide to making Chef John's City Chicken, as well as tips and tricks for achieving the perfect dish.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
JOHN'S CITY CHICKEN
This is my Dad's specialty when it comes to cooking, (meaning he is only good at a few things). He got this recipe out of our local newspaper many, many years ago and over the years his had tweaked around with it and has perfected it his way. So I'll share it will you and I hope you all enjoy it like we do.
Provided by Babybuttons
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 2h20m
Yield 6-8 pieces
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place alternative pieces of pork and veal on wooden skewers until 6 pieces are used.
- Mix parsley into eggs.
- Roll meat into flour, then egg-parsley mixture and then breadcrumbs.
- Brown on all sides in hot oil.
- Place in large baking pan and add chicken broth.
- Cover and bake at 325ºF for 2 hours, basting occasionally.
CHEF JOHN'S CITY CHICKEN
This fascinating pork-on-a-stick recipe is American cuisine in a nutshell. City cooks, who couldn't get chicken, would take scraps from much cheaper, at the time, pork and build something similar to what you see here. Why this represents the true spirit of American food is that long after chicken became cheap and plentiful, people kept making and eating this anyway. Serve with honey mustard.
Provided by Chef John
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut tenderloin into three sections; the thick center section and two end sections. Cut the thinner end portion of the tenderloin into chunks. Slice the thick center section lengthwise into even halves. Cut the 2 center sections and thicker end portion into1/2-inch slices.
- Thread pork pieces, starting with the smallest pieces and working up to wider pieces, onto each skewer to resemble chicken drumsticks.
- Season skewered 'drumsticks' with salt, black pepper, thyme, and cayenne pepper on all sides.
- Whisk eggs together in a bowl. Pour flour into another bowl. Put the bread crumbs into a third bowl.
- Gently press the 'drumsticks' into flour to coat and shake to remove excess flour. Dip 'drumsticks' into egg and press into bread crumbs. Place finished drumsticks on a plate in a single layer and refrigerate, uncovered, for 15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until the surface of the oil is shimmering. Cook 'drumsticks' in the hot oil until golden brown on all sides and cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper-towel lined plate; let rest 5 minutes. Season with salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 104.1 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 96.7 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
CHEF JOHN'S CITY CHICKEN
This fascinating pork-on-a-stick recipe is American cuisine in a nutshell. City cooks, who couldn't get chicken, would take scraps from much cheaper, at the time, pork and build something similar to what you see here. Why this represents the true spirit of American food is that long after chicken became cheap and plentiful, people kept making and eating this anyway. Serve with honey mustard.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Everyday Cooking
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut tenderloin into three sections; the thick center section and two end sections. Cut the thinner end portion of the tenderloin into chunks. Slice the thick center section lengthwise into even halves. Cut the 2 center sections and thicker end portion into1/2-inch slices.
- Thread pork pieces, starting with the smallest pieces and working up to wider pieces, onto each skewer to resemble chicken drumsticks.
- Season skewered 'drumsticks' with salt, black pepper, thyme, and cayenne pepper on all sides.
- Whisk eggs together in a bowl. Pour flour into another bowl. Put the bread crumbs into a third bowl.
- Gently press the 'drumsticks' into flour to coat and shake to remove excess flour. Dip 'drumsticks' into egg and press into bread crumbs. Place finished drumsticks on a plate in a single layer and refrigerate, uncovered, for 15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until the surface of the oil is shimmering. Cook 'drumsticks' in the hot oil until golden brown on all sides and cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper-towel lined plate; let rest 5 minutes. Season with salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 104.1 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 96.7 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
Tips:
- For a crispy coating, double-coat the chicken pieces in the flour mixture. - To ensure the chicken is cooked thoroughly, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C). - Serve City Chicken hot with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, green beans, or coleslaw. - For a healthier version, bake the chicken instead of frying it. - To add a bit of spice, sprinkle some cayenne pepper or paprika into the flour mixture. - For a tangy flavor, add a tablespoon of lemon juice to the egg mixture. - To make the chicken more kid-friendly, omit the hot sauce from the flour mixture.Conclusion:
City Chicken is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its crispy coating and tender, juicy meat, it's sure to become a family favorite. Whether you're serving it for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, City Chicken is sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give City Chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!
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