Kfc [2026]

(Kentucky Fried Chicken) is the world’s second-largest restaurant chain by sales, trailing only McDonald's, with a presence in over 150 countries and more than 31,980 locations globally. It is a subsidiary of Yum! Brands , which also manages Pizza Hut and Taco Bell. The Origin Story

: Most locations are 100% owned and operated by local franchisees who pay royalties for the rights to use the brand and recipes. Notable Modern Moments The Origin Story : Most locations are 100%

: In 1952, Sanders opened the first official KFC franchise in Utah, eventually expanding globally through the 1960s. : In 2018, when a supply chain crisis

The brand's foundation is tied to , who began selling fried chicken from a roadside gas station in Corbin, Kentucky, during the Great Depression. : In 2018

: In 2018, when a supply chain crisis caused widespread restaurant closures in the UK, KFC ran a bold, humorous full-page ad rearranging their name to "FCK" as a public apology.

KFC specializes in Southern fried chicken, utilizing unique cooking methods like pressure frying to ensure speed and consistency.