- When a craving for fast-foodfried chicken hits, KFC and Popeyes offer two viable options for satisfying your deep-fried desires.
- To see how the two fried chicken chains compare, we visited both chains in the San Francisco Bay Area and collected some of the most popular menu items at each.
- While KFC didn't bring much to the table, Popeyes shone brightly for its high-quality, mouthwatering, and crispy chicken.
- Take a look at how the two chicken chains stack up:
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Popeyes and KFC are two of the biggest names in the fried chicken fast-food scene.
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And you'll find similar items on the menu at both restaurants.
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The chicken tenders, the nuggets, the chicken sandwich — these are staples at any go-to chicken spot.
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