There’s no doubt about itfried chickenis as tasty as it is comforting.

Thankfully, there are fried chicken chains all over the country that make some stellar chicken.

So you’ll often find them picking up a bucket or two at their local fried chicken spots.

Harold’s Chicken

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Founded in Louisiana, Popeyes has been frying up delicious juicy chickensince the 1970s.

He loves the chicken’s “bold and flavorful seasoning” and its “crispy and well-seasoned skin.”

He also points out that the buttermilk batter and spicy flavor options are a nice plus.

popeyes chicken sandwich combo

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Other chefs also love the chain’s delicious fried chicken.

“My grandmother requests fried chicken for our picnics all the time!”

“Their slaw is the best.”

KFC chicken bucket

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KFC

Since the 1950s, Kentucky Fried Chicken has been feeding tasty fried chicken to people worldwide.

According to statistics, it’s one of the largest fast-food restaurant chains in the world.

He points out that the high quality of the chicken, which is all-natural and antibiotic-free, is appreciated.

shake shack chicken sandwiches

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He also likes that it’s cooked to order, and the taste and texture are just excellent.

“The chicken is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.”

If you’ve never had Shake Shack’s fried chicken before, you are missing out.

chick fil a chicken nuggets

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Chick-fil-A

Are you surprised that chefs also love hitting up Chick-fil-A for fried chicken?

“Chick-fil-A has a strong reputation for its fried chicken sandwiches,” says Sharma.

He recommends anyone visiting to get their meal Chicago-style!

Harold’s Chicken

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I also appreciate that they do family-style servings for their sides!"

Babe’s Chicken Dinner House

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