FAQs
Chick-fil-A was the first fast food chain based on the idea of a fried chicken breast served as a sandwich, though -- the first Chick-fil-A restaurant opened in 1964. But they weren't the first people in the world to stick a piece of boneless fried chicken between two pieces of bread.
Why does Chick-fil-A say original chicken sandwich? ›
What's the story of the Original Chicken Sandwich? After testing out hundreds of recipes, S. Truett Cathy created the recipe for our Original Chick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich with two pickles on a toasted butter bun in 1964 – and we've been using the same recipe ever since.
How many calories in the original Chick-Fil-A chicken sandwich? ›
1. Chick-fil-A. The popular choice: The classic Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich clocks in at 440 calories and 18 grams of fat.
What is the secret ingredient in Chick-fil-A chicken? ›
Chick-fil-A's secret to juicy chicken lies in their bringing process. Brining is the process of soaking meat in a solution of salt, sugar, and water. This helps to tenderize the meat and infuse it with flavor. Before cooking it, Chick-fil-A soaks its chicken in a solution of salt, sugar, and milk for up to 24 hours.
Where was Chick-fil-A originally? ›
Truett Cathy founded and opened the first Chick-fil-A® restaurant in 1967 in Atlanta's Greenbriar Mall, one of the first indoor malls in the southeast. At the time, the original Chick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich was sold for 59 cents and Team Members wore ascots, candy-striped aprons and “soda jerk” hats and ties.
What was Chick-fil-A originally called? ›
S.
Cathy started the business in 1946, when he and his brother, Ben, opened an Atlanta diner known as The Dwarf Grill (later renamed The Dwarf House®).
Is Chick-fil-A junk food? ›
As a lean-meat protein, Chick-Fil-A's nutrition profile can offer great choices for a healthy meal-all depending on the cooking method. Breading and deep frying both add unnecessary fats and calories to the meal, taking away from some of its nutritional value.
What does Chick-fil-A stand for? ›
It all began with our founder, S. Truett Cathy, naming his restaurants after his famous signature Chick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich (also known as the Original Chick-fil-A® Chicken Sandwich). “Chick” to represent our juicy chicken, and “fil-A” as a play on the word “filet” – with a small twist.
What is the Chick-fil-A famous saying? ›
Over the years, “my pleasure” has become much more than a phrase – it embodies Chick-fil-A's commitment of creating remarkable experiences, one interaction at a time.
What is Chick-fil-A healthiest sandwich? ›
For the most nutritious option at Chick-fil-A, order the popular grilled chicken sandwich, which delivers 28g protein for only 320 calories and 680mg sodium.
9 nutritious Chick-fil-A menu picks
- Egg White Grill.
- Chick-n-Minis®
- Chick-fil-A Market Salad.
- Grilled Nuggets.
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich.
- Cobb Salad.
- Grilled Chicken Cool Wrap®
- Greek Yogurt Parfait.
There are two crucial ingredients chick-fil-a uses that most recipes dont have- pickle juice and sugar. They also use MSG- but its also ok without it if you dont like it. Just cut up the breasts into chunks and follow recipe for nuggets.
How does Chick-fil-A soak their chicken? ›
It's the pickle brine! Well before being fried to perfection, the chicken breasts are brined with pickle juice for super-juicy, tender meat. People go wild for this chicken.
Does Chick-fil-A use pickle juice as a marinade? ›
The Role of Pickle Juice in Marination
Yes, it's true that Chick Fil A includes pickle juice in their marinade, but it's not the sole ingredient responsible for the chicken's taste. Pickle juice serves as a flavor enhancer, adding a tangy and slightly acidic note to the chicken.
Who created the original chicken sandwich? ›
The chicken sandwich: In 1946, Atlanta restaurant owner Truett Cathy created an alternative to the hamburger when he placed a piece of boneless grilled chicken inside a bun and dubbed it the "Chick-fil-A." Now more than 70 years and 1,500 restaurants later, Chick-fil-A's slogan is, "We didn't invent the chicken.
Do you actually own Chick-fil-A? ›
Chick-fil-A doesn't call the people who run its restaurants "franchisees." Instead, they're called "operators," which helps signify their role in the company. Additionally, operators generally do not "own" the franchise or hold equity, and it's up to Chick-fil-A corporate to pick the location.
Who had the chicken sandwich first Popeyes or Chick-fil-A? ›
It all started in 2019, when Popeyes debuted its chicken sandwich. Chick-fil-A responded in a tweet that it was the originator of the sandwich, having had its chicken sandwich on the menu since 1964.
What percent of Chick-fil-A chicken is real? ›
Our Chicken
Chick-fil-A sources 100% real, whole, boneless breast of chicken that has never been ground or separated, and that contains no fillers or added steroids or hormones*.
