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Chicken Express
Industry Fast Food
Founded 1988; 37 years ago (1988)
Benbrook, Texas, United States
Founders Richard Stuart
Nancy Stuart
Headquarters Burleson, Texas, U.S.
Number of locations
200+
Key people
Richard Stuart, Nancy Stuart, Founders Abby Ring
Products Fried Chicken, Chicken Tenders, and other sides.
Parent Stuart Group, Inc.

Do you love crispy fried chicken and refreshing iced tea? Then you might know about Chicken Express! This popular fast-food chain started in Texas. It serves yummy chicken, fish, and other tasty sides. You can find their restaurants mainly in the southern parts of the United States.

The Story of Chicken Express

How It All Started

Chicken Express was created in 1988. A couple named Richard and Nancy Stuart started the company. They opened their very first restaurant in March 1988. This first location was in a town called Benbrook, Texas.

What They Serve Today

Chicken Express Catfish Snack
Chicken Express fried catfish snack

Today, Chicken Express is famous for its delicious food. They serve classic fried chicken and chicken tenders. You can also find tasty catfish and many different side dishes.

One thing many people love is their iced tea. They even sell it by the gallon! Chicken Express has grown a lot since 1988. Their main office is in Burleson, Texas. There are now over 200 Chicken Express locations. You can find them in states like Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma.

See Also

  • List of fast-food chicken restaurants
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