About Church's Chicken
Bold flavors and authentic Southern taste since 1952. Discover our story of passion, tradition, and commitment to serving the finest chicken.
Our Story
From humble beginnings to a beloved brand, Church's Chicken has been serving authentic Southern flavors for over 70 years.
Founded in 1952 in San Antonio, Texas, Church's Chicken began as a single location with a simple mission: to serve the highest quality fried chicken with bold, authentic flavors. Our founder's commitment to using only the finest ingredients and traditional cooking methods established a legacy that continues today.
What started as one man's dream has grown into a global brand, but our commitment to quality and authenticity remains unchanged. Every piece of chicken is hand-battered and made to order, ensuring that each bite delivers the same bold flavors that made us famous.
Our Mission & Values
Our Mission
To serve authentic Southern chicken with bold flavors that bring families and communities together, creating memorable experiences one meal at a time.
Quality First
We never compromise on quality. Every piece of chicken is hand-battered, made to order, and cooked to perfection using our signature blend of spices.
Community Focus
We're committed to serving our communities with respect, integrity, and the warm hospitality that defines Southern culture.
Meet Our Leadership Team
With over 20 years in the food industry, Sarah leads our vision of bringing authentic Southern flavors to communities worldwide.
Michael ensures every recipe meets our high standards, preserving the traditional flavors that made Church's Chicken famous.
Emily oversees our restaurant operations, ensuring consistent quality and exceptional service across all locations.
David connects our brand with communities, sharing the Church's Chicken story and building lasting relationships with our customers.
Our Core Values
Authenticity
We stay true to our Southern roots and traditional recipes that have delighted customers for generations.
Excellence
We pursue excellence in everything we do, from food preparation to customer service and community engagement.
Integrity
We operate with honesty and transparency, building trust with our customers, employees, and communities.
Passion
Our passion for great food and exceptional service drives us to continually exceed expectations.
Our Journey Through Time
The Beginning
George W. Church Sr. opens the first Church's Fried Chicken location in San Antonio, Texas, with a commitment to serving authentic Southern-style chicken.
Regional Expansion
Church's Chicken begins expanding throughout Texas and the Southern United States, becoming known for its bold flavors and quality ingredients.
National Growth
The brand expands nationwide, bringing authentic Southern chicken to communities across America while maintaining our commitment to quality and tradition.
Modern Innovation
While preserving our traditional recipes, we embrace modern technology and dining trends to better serve our customers and communities.
Continuing Legacy
Today, Church's Chicken continues to grow while staying true to our founding principles of quality, authenticity, and community service.
Join the Church's Chicken Family
Whether you're looking for a delicious meal, franchise opportunity, or career with us, we'd love to have you be part of our story.