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title: "Slim Chickens Expands its Footprint in Florida"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/c8333737-0ccf-4164-8a57-baa6c6aad30a
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20221201_slim_chickens_expands_its_footprint_in_florida.html
category: "Chicken"
industry: "Restaurants"
segment: "Chicken"
topics: ["Development & multi-unit"]
published: 2022-12-01T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-11-01T01:04:13.849Z
image: https://imgs.franchising.com/brands/social/slimchickens.jpg
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# Slim Chickens Expands its Footprint in Florida

**TL;DR:** Slim Chickens has opened a new location in Navarre, Florida, as part of its expansion in the state, with over 195 locations across the US and UK. The brand has a strong presence in Florida and is driven by its passionate group of followers and southern-inspired chicken brand.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2022-12-01. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20221201_slim_chickens_expands_its_footprint_in_florida.html).*

## Story

The southern-inspired chicken brand has opened more than 195 locations across the United States and the United Kingdom, with 43 of them opening this year alone. Slim Chickens is known for its passionate group of followers in the markets it operates, and with more than 1,100 locations in development, the brand’s momentum is driving exponential growth in the chicken segment.

“We’re establishing a strong presence at each of our Florida locations and are thrilled to have partners like the North Florida Restaurant Group establishing a greater footprint for Slim Chickens in the state,” said Jackie Lobdell, vice president of franchise development at Slim Chickens. “Cultivating relationships with established professionals like them is what makes it feasible to bring our delicious chicken and variety of house-made dipping sauces to even more communities across the nation and overseas.”

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 its competitors, offering chicken tenders, fresh salads, sandwiches, chicken and waffles, chicken wings and unique side items.

Fans also resonate with the southern contemporary atmosphere and the inviting layout of Slim Chickens restaurants, which speak to the hospitality mindset that anchors the brand.

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 and passionate multi-unit operators looking to add a dynamic segment to their portfolio.

Slim Chickens is the leading fast casual franchise, which features dine-in and drive-through locations in the better-chicken segment. Routing in Fayetteville, Arkansas in 2003, the brand is known for offering high-quality food with a focus on fresh, delicious ingredients. Slim Chickens 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 195 Slim Chickens locations open and 1,100 restaurants in development.

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 development (topic)
- Florida (location)
- fast casual (topic)
- Slim Chickens (company)
- Jackie Lobdell (person)
- chicken segment (topic)
- Navarre (location)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20221201_slim_chickens_expands_its_footprint_in_florida.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/c8333737-0ccf-4164-8a57-baa6c6aad30a).