Jollibee Chickenjoy reigns supreme once again as USA TODAY’s 10Best names it the #1 Best Fast-Food Fried Chicken in the U.S. for the second consecutive year. With its crispy, juicy, and flavorful profile, Chickenjoy fried chicken continues to win the hearts of food lovers across America.
Jollibee’s beloved Chickenjoy is once again ruling the roost.
For the second year in a row, USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards has named Jollibee’s Chickenjoy the #1 Fast Food Fried Chicken in America, beating out iconic international and homegrown contenders. This back-to-back win reinforces the Filipino chain’s growing dominance in the highly competitive U.S. fried chicken scene.
“We are truly honored and grateful,” said Jollibee Group Global President and CEO Ernesto Tanmantiong. “Chickenjoy’s delicious taste clearly resonates with people from all walks of life. This award is a testament to the joy we aim to deliver in every bite—and the hard work of our teams who make that possible every single day.”
Chickenjoy has built a cult following in the U.S., thanks to its signature golden-crispy skin, juicy meat, and savory, comforting gravy. For many, it’s not just a meal—it’s a crave-worthy experience, and a nostalgic taste of home for the Filipino diaspora.
But this isn’t just a popularity contest. The 10Best Awards are curated by food experts and voted on by the public, giving Chickenjoy top honors based on both expert credibility and genuine consumer love.
And this isn’t Jollibee’s only win in recent years:
Eater.com named it Best Fast-Food Fried Chicken in 2022
Thrillist dubbed it Best Chain Fried Chicken in America in 2021
FoodBeast ranked it among the Top 3 Fast-Food Fried Chicken Joints in the U.S. back in 2017
With nearly 100 stores across North America and over 1,700 worldwide, Jollibee is one of the fastest-growing restaurant brands on the global stage. Its expanding fanbase cuts across cultures and age groups, all drawn in by its joyful vibe and irresistibly tasty food.
The USA TODAY 10Best platform recognizes the best in American travel, food, and lifestyle each year, based on a mix of expert recommendations and online voting. Categories span everything from hotels and destinations to the nation’s most delicious eats.
Chickenjoy’s continued reign proves what loyal fans have known all along—when it comes to fast food fried chicken, joy really does taste better.
View the full list of winners here:
https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/best-fast-food-fried-chicken/
