What’s better than fried chicken?A piece of crispy, hot, fried chicken sandwiched between fluffy and buttered bread! No matter your preferred level of spiciness, there’s something for you on this mouthwatering list.

The COOP 610 W. Morse Blvd., Winter Park Brought to you by the team behind 4 Rivers Smokehouse, the COOP is bringing home-style Southern cuisine to the Winter Park area with their Nashville-style fried chicken sandwich and other favorites. Photo via The COOP/Facebook
PDQ Various Locations Opened in 2011, PDQ is dedicated to fresh and flavorful chicken tenders. Whether it’s their crispy chicken sandwich or hand-breaded tenders, you can’t go wrong at this Florida chain. Photo via PDQ/Facebook

Chicken Fire

2425 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando
Established in 2019 as a food truck and then a brick-and-mortar shop, Chicken Fire has quickly taken Orlando’s foodie scene by storm. Their Nashville-style, soulful hot chicken can be enjoyed in five different heat levels. Credit: Photo via Chicken Fire/Facebook
Chi-kin 813 N. Mills Ave. Chi-kin’s crispy tender sandwich is served with spicy aioli, pickles, and waffle fries. While there, grab a fried d’oh boy topped with condensed milk and whipped cream. Photo via Chi-kin/Facebook
DoveCote Restaurant 390 N. Orange Ave. Suite 110 DoveCote’s award-winning menu is filled with American classics, including their fried chicken sandwich that’s topped with honey hot sauce, pickles, and garlic aioli. Photo via DoveCote Restaurant/Facebook
Zaxby’s Various Locations Zaxby’s chicken sandwich is filled with a double hand-breaded white meat fillet that’s covered in Zaxby’s extra crispy breading. Topped with Zax Sauce and sandwiched between a buttery, potato bun, this sandwich is a national contender. Photo via Zaxby’s/Facebook
Bad AS’S Sandwich 207 Primrose Drive Bad AS’S’ resident crispy fried chicken sandwich, “The Killer” is made with juicy dark meat, spicy honey glaze, house pickles and house-made blue cheese. Photo via Bad A’SS Sandwich/Facebook
The Diner Various Locations When the Diner opened in 2017, their goal was to serve fresh and affordable food. They haven’t let patrons down with their waffle sliders that are stacked with chicken, drizzled with honey syrup and topped with powdered sugar. Photo via The Diner/Facebook
Yard House 8367 International Dr. Yard House’s fried chicken sandwich is filled with white meat, aged white cheddar, and maple dijon slathered on a toasted brioche bun. Enjoy the sandwich alongside a brew from the world’s largest selection of draft beer. Photo via Yard House/Facebook
Se7en Bites 617 Primrose Drive Located in the heart of Orlando’s Milk District, Se7en Bites is the spot for nostalgia-inducing Southern comfort foods with a modern twist. Make sure to get there early, as crowd-favorites like their pepper-jelly coated chicken biscuit are quick to sell out. Photo via Se7en Bites/Facebook
Chik-fil-a Various Locations Arguably the reason for the explosion of fried chicken sandwiches in recent years, Chick-fil-a is a no-brainer when looking for a quick and flavorful sandwich. Photo via Chik-fil-a/Facebook
Galeria 4979 New Broad St. Nestled in the picturesque Baldwin Park, Galeria is the perfect spot to enjoy a lake-side view while eating a chicken and belgian waffle sandwich that’s covered in maple syrup. Photo via Galeria/Facebook
Hash House A Go Go 5350 International Drive While they’re known for their waffle tower (sage fried chicken on a pile of waffles, and smoked bacon), the Nashville hot chicken sandwich is not to be missed. Photo via Hash House A Go Go/Facebook
Tenders 12226 Corporate Blvd #166 Tenders offers a twist on all things chicken tenders, while serving 100% Halal meals, but you can’t beat their classic homestyle sandwich. Photo via Tenders/Facebook
Maple Street Biscuit Company 978 City Walk Lane, Oviedo The Maple Street Biscuit Company has been serving comfort food with a twist since 2012. Their fresh biscuits and housemade jams are the perfect vehicle to enjoy some crispy fried chicken. Photo via Todd Van Hoosear/Flickr
The Strand 807 N. Mills Ave. Although most of Strand’s menu is always changing, its buttermilk fried chicken sandwich is one of the few mainstays (and for good reason). Photo via The Strand/Facebook
Dixie Belle’s Cafe 7125 S. Orange Ave. This no-frills cafe has customers returning for their fried chicken that’s seasoned with a secret blend of herbs and spices and thrown on a kaiser roll. Photo via Dixie Belle’s Cafe/Facebook
Huey Magoos Various Locations Whether they’re enjoyed in a buttered bun or with one of four signature sauces, Huey Magoos premium chicken tenders are definitely worth trying. Photo via Huey Magoos/Facebook
Streetwise Urban Food 4434 Hoffner Ave. Streetwise’s kickin’ chicken sandwich is just one of the “urban favorites” being served at this casual dining restaurant. Make sure to pair the sandwich with their zesty onion rings or sweet potato fries. Photo via Streetwise Urban Food /Facebook
Church’s Chicken Various Locations After 60 years, Church’s Chicken’s hand-battered chicken has accumulated legendary status. Topped with a honey-butter toasted brioche bun with mayo and pickles, this sandwich is a must-try. Photo via Church’s Chicken/Facebook
Kennedy Chicken & Grill 6601 Old Winter Garden Road Kennedy Chicken & Grill has combined American and Mediterranean favorites to create an authentic Halal menu. Its fried chicken platters are both affordable and delicious. Photo via Kennedy Chicken & Grill/Facebook