[[{“value”:”If you are craving good fried chicken but want to try something new, there are many excellent options available. Thanks to the internet, every diner can share their opinion online through mediums like Yelp and Google reviews, making it easier than ever for people to know which spots are amazing, and that includes the best fried chicken. Forums including Reddit are packed with gloriously opinionated diners arguing about which fried chicken chains are consistently fantastic, with not just amazing chicken on the menu but sides and drinks as well: Here are seven of the best fried chicken chains in America, according to diners.
Gus’s “World Famous” Fried Chicken
Gus’s “World Famous” Fried Chicken more than lives up to its name. “The chicken is by far one of if not the best fried chicken I’ve ever had. It has a crunch but so juicy. There’s so much flavor. This is a must try if you’re a local or just visiting LA,” one fan said. “I’ll be honest. I used to think Gus’s was overhyped. After tonight, I think it’s actually underrated,” another commented.
Jollibee
Jollibee is beloved by fans for its Filipino-inspired Chickenjoy, spaghetti, palabok, and more (and don’t sleep on the amazing Angus burgers!). “Genuinely the best chicken I’ve ever had,” one diner said. “This place reminds me of the 90’s when I was a young kid in the Philippines. I go to many of their branches and order pretty much the same,” another added.
Krispy Krunchy Chicken
Krispy Krunchy Chicken is an underrated gas station chain diners are obsessed with for good reason—the chicken is absolutely delicious. “This is my first time having Krispy krunchy chicken….OMG. It was very flavorful and so juicy. I would recommend anyone and everyone to try this chicken,” one fan said.
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Chick-fil-A
Chick-fil-A remains one of the best chicken chains in the U.S., serving up iconic chicken sandwiches and made-from-scratch biscuits. “The food is always fresh and delicious, and the staff is super friendly! I love the spicy chicken sandwich and the famous waffle fries. Every visit feels like a treat—I can’t get enough!” one fan said.
Popeyes
Popeyes does it all—bone-in chicken, sandwiches, tenders, wraps, wings… and diners can’t get enough. “I had the pleasure of trying the Popeyes Chicken Sandwich, and it absolutely lived up to the hype!” one diner said. “The flavor was incredible – the chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and seasoned to perfection. The bun was soft and complemented the sandwich beautifully.”
KFC
KFC fans are happy to see the chain is returning to its roots and serving up exceptional fried chicken and of course, popcorn chicken! “Years ago the chicken wasn’t great (small, not always fresh) but it’s pretty great now (fresh, juicy, and healthy sized drumsticks) which keeps me coming back!” one happy diner said. Also, the $10 bucket Tuesday special might just be the best value in fast food right now.
Church’s Texas Chicken
Church’s Texas Chicken is known for exceptional fried chicken, biscuits, and more. “Church’s Texas Chicken delivers exactly what you expect from classic Southern-style fried chicken—crispy, flavorful, and satisfying. The chicken is always hot, well-seasoned, and has a great crunch on the outside while staying juicy inside,” one fan raved, adding that the sides, especially the biscuits and fries, are solid.
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