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Here are 7 chains customers passionately argue is the best fried chicken in town.
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Incredible flavor and love how they give the crust color.
Juicy and moist, with exceptional crunch," one fansaid.
“The first time that I had Gus’s, I was amazed.
Gus’s Hot & Spicy Fried Chicken
I don’t eat fried chicken often and when I do, it’s usually KFC or Popeyes.
Gus’s opened my eyes to what fried chicken was capable of being!
My bf and I usually share a 3 pc dark with greens, slaw, and fries/mac.
Jollibee
It’s enough to fill us up and not overeat.
So, so delicious,” anotheragreed.
Jollibee
If you haven’t had Jollibee’s famous Chickenjoy, you’re missing out.
Popeyes
The Filipino chain serves up incredible fried chicken and gravy, and has developed something of a cult following.
“It’s fantastic.
I’m very glad I don’t live near one.
Bojangles
“I love their fried chicken and mango pie things.
Not a fan of the sweet spaghetti.
But not worth standing in line for 30 minutes,” another agreed.
Church’s Texas Chicken
“Best fast food chicken sandwich by far.
“The Bo’s Chicken Sandwich there is the best chicken sandwich on earth.
I would die for that sandwich,” one passionate fanshared.
Chick-fil-A
“Their chicken sandwich is probably my favorite fast food chicken sandwich around,” another agreed.
“Our original recipe captures the bold flavor that made the brand famous.
The deep marination and crispy, flaky breading it’s all about flavor.
Raising Cane’s
“The chicken also has a very specific flavor.
I live in the south and love all types of fried chicken.
The restaurant has “Bird Specialists” who batter marinated chicken by hand, frying each tender to perfection.
“The food is delicious, best chicken tenders I have ever had,” one loyal customersays.
“Plus, it’s consistent and always has the same taste.
I also love that their dining room is open late.
I can go in at 10:00 at night and have a meal.
They don’t have a big menu, but what they do have they have mastered.”
