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title: "Slim Chickens Inks Franchise Agreement to Add Several Locations Throughout Georgia, Arkansas and Tennessee"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/80350515-72cc-4459-92a2-81779cba2d27
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20220823_slim_chickens_inks_franchise_agreement_to_add_several_locations_throughout_.html
category: "Chicken"
industry: "Restaurants"
segment: "Chicken"
published: 2022-08-23T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-11-01T01:09:47.559Z
image: https://imgs.franchising.com/brands/social/slimchickens.jpg
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# Slim Chickens Inks Franchise Agreement to Add Several Locations Throughout Georgia, Arkansas and Tennessee

**TL;DR:** Slim Chickens has signed a franchise agreement with DHR Group to add several locations throughout Georgia, Arkansas, and Tennessee. The brand has over 160 locations open and 800 in development, with a goal of reaching 600 units in 10 years.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2022-08-23. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20220823_slim_chickens_inks_franchise_agreement_to_add_several_locations_throughout_.html).*

## Story

The brand has opened more than 160 locations across the United States and the United Kingdom. With over 800 locations in development, Slim Chickens momentum shows no signs of slowing down.

“I’ve worked with a fair share of brands across my duration in the restaurant industry, and I can confidently say that Slim Chickens is the ideal chicken concept for an operator to grow their portfolio with,” said Scott Davis, co-owner of DHR Group. “Since opening our first location just a few years ago, we have had nothing but exceptional experiences with the brand, and we jumped at the chance to open eight more locations across Georgia, Arkansas and Tennessee.”

DHR Group is backed with extensive multi-unit operating experience. The group successful runs over 40 Sonic Drive-In locations with continued success. In mid-2020, they signed a multi-unit franchise agreement with Slim Chickens to grow the brands footprint across Tennessee – after experiencing immense success with the chicken brand, the group was keen on expanding their territory.

“DHR Group is the perfect example of the type of experienced operating group that we love to work with at Slims,” said Jackie Lobdell, vice president of franchise development at Slim Chickens. “As we continue to grow, we are excited to work with talented operators that are dedicated to bringing our Southern comfort food and welcoming environment to communities across the globe.”

The brand prides itself on its cooked-to-order fresh food and strong devoted fanbase, also known as “Slimthusiasts.” Slim Chickens has distinguished itself in the “better chicken” segment by offering 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 and open and inviting layout of Slim Chickens restaurants, which speak to the hospitality mindset that anchors the brand.

The Slim Chickens franchise opportunity differentiates itself with prime markets available for multi-unit development, a passionate leadership team and world-class franchisee support system. As Slim Chickens expands, it is awarding franchise opportunities to qualified, experienced and passionate multi-unit groups looking to add a dynamic segment to their portfolio.

Slim Chickens, a leading fast casual franchise which features dine-in and drive-through in the “better chicken” segment, opened in 2003 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Offering high-quality food with a focus on fresh, delicious ingredients, the brand prides itself on its southern flair and commitment to hospitality, all in a fast casual setting. Food is cooked to order, and the differentiated menu features chicken tenders, fresh salads, sandwiches, chicken and waffles, chicken wings and unique side items, alongside 17 house-made dipping sauces.

Today, there are more than 160 Slim Chickens locations open and 800 restaurants in development. The brand, which recently launched a strategic multi-unit franchise growth initiative to reach 600 units in 10 years, is targeting qualified and experienced multi-unit groups to develop in dynamic markets across the country.

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)
- franchise agreement (topic)
- multi-unit development (topic)
- Georgia (location)
- Slim Chickens (company)
- Tennessee (location)
- Jackie Lobdell (person)
- Arkansas (location)
- Sonic Drive-In (company)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20220823_slim_chickens_inks_franchise_agreement_to_add_several_locations_throughout_.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/80350515-72cc-4459-92a2-81779cba2d27).