Church's Chicken

Church's Chicken, also known as Church's Texas Chicken in international markets, is a prominent American fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken. Founded in 1952 by George W. Church Sr. in San Antonio, Texas, the company has grown to operate over 1,500 locations across 25 countries including the United States, Canada, Mexico, and various countries in the Middle East and Asia.

The menu at Church's Chicken features a variety of offerings centered around its signature hand-battered fried chicken, marinated for 12 hours to ensure flavor and tenderness. Customers can choose from original and spicy chicken options, chicken tenders, and boneless wings.

Accompaniments include classic Southern sides such as mashed potatoes with gravy, fried okra, coleslaw, corn on the cob, and jalapeño peppers. Desserts like honey butter biscuits and apple pie are also available. In certain markets, the menu is adapted to local tastes, offering items like shrimp and crispy fish.

Locations

Church's Chicken operates in numerous countries worldwide, including:

• Bahrain, Belarus, Cambodia, Canada
• Costa Rica, Curaçao, Guyana, Honduras
• Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Laos
• Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Oman
• Pakistan, Puerto Rico, Saudi Arabia, Qatar
• Singapore, St. Lucia, Trinidad & Tobago, United Arab Emirates
• Venezuela, Vietnam

In 2024, the company exited the Thai market after nine years of operation.

Presence in the United States

In the U.S., Church's Chicken has a significant presence with 785 restaurants across 26 states and territories. Texas leads with 323 locations, accounting for approximately 41% of all U.S. restaurants. Other states with notable numbers include California with 51 locations, Georgia with 49, and Arizona with 38.

Headquarters and Commitment

The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and continues to focus on delivering bold, flavorful, and satisfying meals at an affordable price point.

Church's Chicken remains committed to quality, using fresh, hormone-free chicken in their recipes, and strives to adapt its menu to meet the diverse tastes of its global customer base.

Additional U.S. Locations

Church's Chicken U.S. locations also include:

• Akron, OH
• Clearwater, FL
• Columbus, GA and Columbus, OH
• New Orleans, LA
• Nashville, TN and Memphis, TN
• Macon, GA
• Detroit, MI
• Texas City, TX and Houston, TX
• Baton Rouge, LA and Marrero, LA
• Jackson, MS
• Miami, FL
• Oklahoma City, OK
• Albuquerque, NM
• Atlanta, GA