Slim Chickens is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 498 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Franchise developers, including Slim Chickens, are facing challenges in 2027 due to limited options and higher costs [[2026-10-29 Franchise Developers Can Expect More Competition, Limited Options and Higher Cos (7d775f)]]. * Slim Chickens has opened its fourth restaurant in Lincoln, Nebraska, marking the brand's 20th opening of 2026 [[2026-10-27 Slim Chickens Opens Fourth Restaurant in Lincoln, Nebraska (3a42f5)]]. * Dr Pepper is expanding its brand into food menu items at restaurants such as Slim Chickens [[2026-10-06 Dr Pepper moves from the beverage side of the menu into food (2b326a)]]. * Maureen DiStefano has been named director of franchise development for Slim Chickens, bringing 20 years of experience in franchise development, operations, and business development to the role [[2026-09-30 Maureen DiStefano Leads Slim Chickens Franchise Development (fea2b0)]]. * Slim Chickens has signed a three-unit agreement with Yasir and Aleeza Nadeem to open its first restaurants in Southern California [[2026-09-18 Slim Chickens Signs Three-Unit Agreement for First Southern California Restauran (ea1cc0)]]. * Slim Chickens launched a new limited-time offer, the Honey Jalapeño Pimento Sandwich and Wrap, priced between $7 to $9 [[2026-09-09 Slim Chickens takes 'swicy' in a new direction (fc6c8c)]]. * Slim Chickens opened four restaurants in one week across four states, including Washington, Nevada, Arkansas, and Texas [[2026-08-25 Slim Chickens Opens Four Restaurants in One Week (25ff97)]]. * Slim Chickens launched a Development Fund Program, offering franchisees up to $200,000 for new restaurants [[2026-08-19 Slim Chickens Offers Franchisees Up to $200,000 for New Restaurants (77f679)]]. Filed under Restaurants / Chicken.
The Fly-Thru model reflects Slim Chickens’ broader development strategy centered on flexibility, convenience and off-premise demand as digital ordering and drive-thru traffic continue to reshape consumer behavior.
Guthrie's Golden Fried Chicken Fingers has 60 years of experience
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Guthrie’s CEO Tom Carr discusses leveraging the brand's sixty-year legacy to drive growth in the competitive chicken-finger segment.
Slim Chickens has been named #11 on Fast Casual’s 2026 Top 100 Movers & Shakers list, marking a major leap from its #66 ranking just one year ago and reinforcing the brand’s growing influence within the fast casual restaurant industry.
Slim Chickens' CMO Patrick Noone drives growth with data and guest connection.
Slim Chickens names Shakon Turner Vice President of Domestic Franchise Growth
The burger chain has appointed Rafik Farouk as VP of business development and Jackie Lobdell as VP of franchise sales to spearhead global and domestic expansion.
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Roper Foods LLC is expanding its Slim Chickens portfolio into California, signing an amended six-unit development agreement that will introduce the brand to the state.
Slim Chickens, a leading fast casual franchise in the better-chicken segment featuring dine-in and drive-thru service, announced today a six-unit development agreement that will bring the brand to California for the first time.
The agreement includes planned development across Middlesex, Mercer, and Essex counties, with the first new location expected to open in 2027.
Located in the Dundrum Town Centre, one of Ireland’s premier shopping and dining destinations, the restaurant serves as a lunch point for the brand’s entry into the Irish market and demonstrates the system’s ability to a
Slim Chickens, a leading fast-casual franchise in the better-chicken segment featuring dine-in and drive-thru service, announced the promotion of Christina Vaughan to President and Chief Operating Officer (COO).
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Led by seasoned operator Jeff McCoy, AP Restaurant Group continues to strengthen Slim Chickens’ footprint throughout the Midwest.
Slim Chickens, a leading fast-casual franchise in the better-chicken segment featuring dine-in and drive-thru service, announced today the opening of its newest San Antonio location at 14583 Potranco Rd.
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Slim Chickens announced today the opening of its newest Fly-Thru (drive-thru only location) in Gray, Georgia.
Slim Chickens has signed a new franchise agreement with Vigario Management Corp., planning to open 20 new locations across Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware.
Restaurant franchise buyers must choose between quick-service and full-service models based on finances, business goals, and desired level of hands-on involvement.
Simply Slims is a dedicated franchise group with a long-standing partnership with the Slim Chickens brand.
Slim Chickens announced today the signing of a 9-unit agreement with Nehal, Inc., a seasoned multi-brand operator headquartered in Connecticut.