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title: "Slim Chickens Opens 2nd Location in Colorado Springs"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/4d6ee1ce-d152-4cc7-8d17-1ff7825d2bb7
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20230929_slim_chickens_opens_2nd_location_in_colorado_springs.html
category: "Chicken"
industry: "Restaurants"
segment: "Chicken"
topics: ["Development & multi-unit"]
published: 2023-09-29T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T20:04:01.302Z
image: https://imgs.franchising.com/brands/social/slimchickens.jpg
---

# Slim Chickens Opens 2nd Location in Colorado Springs

**TL;DR:** Slim Chickens has opened its 10th restaurant in Colorado Springs, led by multi-unit operator Mile High Chicken. The brand offers high-quality food, including cooked-to-order chicken tenders and 17 house-made dipping sauces.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2023-09-29. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20230929_slim_chickens_opens_2nd_location_in_colorado_springs.html).*

## Story

Slim Chickens announced today its new restaurant opening at 4265 Austin Bluffs Parkway, Colorado Springs, CO 80917. Spearheaded by the established multi-unit operating group, Mile High Chicken, this is their 10th restaurant opening.

“We are looking forward to bringing our infamous cooked-to-order chicken tenders to more communities in Colorado,” said Jackie Lobdell, vice president of franchise development at Slim Chickens. “Growing our loyal following to the residents of Colorado Springs is so exciting as we continue to see local residents embrace our southern hospitality and inviting atmosphere.

Slim Chickens offers high-quality food and 17 house-made dipping sauces, allowing customers to enjoy a different flavor profile with each visit. Its menu is broader than many in the segment, offering chicken tenders, fresh salads, sandwiches, chicken and waffles, chicken wings and unique side items. Fans also resonate with the southern contemporary look and feel, as well as the open and inviting layout of Slim Chickens restaurants, which speak to the hospitality mindset that anchors the brand.

Slim Chickens is a fast-casual brand in the better-chicken segment, built to scale across markets with flexible formats. Its diverse menu, cooked-to-order quality, and Southern hospitality continue to drive strong growth.

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- Restaurants (sector)
- unit expansion (topic)
- restaurant opening (topic)
- fast casual (topic)
- Slim Chickens (company)
- Jackie Lobdell (person)
- Colorado Springs (location)
- chicken tenders (topic)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20230929_slim_chickens_opens_2nd_location_in_colorado_springs.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/4d6ee1ce-d152-4cc7-8d17-1ff7825d2bb7).