11 Regional Chicken Chains You Need To Try at Least Once

Famous for its hamburgers and hot dogs, America may seem like a nation of beef eaters, but it's sustained by chicken more than anything. Versatile, affordable, and loaded with lean protein, chicken is the country's most widely consumed meat—and it's not even close.

According to Statista, the average American eats about 98 pounds of the popular poultry yearly, compared to just 59 pounds of beef.

With such high demand, it's no surprise that chicken chains are booming. From fast-food joints like Chick-fil-A and Popeyes to sit-down restaurants like Buffalo Wild Wings, there's usually at least one major national poultry provider nearby. But...