Slim Chickens Expands San Antonio Footprint with Seventh Restaurant

Multi-Unit Operator Advances 20-Restaurant Development Plan in High-Growth Texas Market

January 15, 2026 // Franchising.com // SAN ANTONIO — Slim Chickens, a leading fast-casual franchise in the better-chicken segment featuring dine-in and drive-thru service, announced today the opening of its newest San Antonio location at 14583 Potranco Rd. This marks the seventh opening for multi-unit operator Big Star Chicken, LLC, with plans to develop 20 locations across the San Antonio and Austin markets.

“San Antonio continues to be a great market for Slim Chickens, and our seventh opening in the area marks another important milestone for our team,” said Dan McGrath, President of Big Star Chicken, LLC. “The brand’s quality and hospitality have resonated with guests and give us confidence as we continue expanding across Texas. We look forward to serving this community for years to come.”

“Big Star Chicken’s continued development in San Antonio is a strong example of how experienced operators are scaling Slim Chickens in growth markets,” said Jackie Lobdell, Vice President of Franchise Development at Slim Chickens. “Working alongside committed partners like Big Star Chicken allows us to grow responsibly while delivering a consistent, high-quality guest experience.”

Slim Chickens has opened 330+ locations globally across the United States, Turkey, Germany, Malaysia, the United Kingdom, and Ireland, with more than 1,000 restaurants in development. The better-chicken brand is known for its hand-breaded, cooked-to-order tenders, 14 house sauces, and a loyal following in every market it enters. Its menu offers more variety than many competitors in the segment, including tenders, wings, sandwiches, salads, Chicken & Waffles, and signature sides, all served in a modern, Southern-inspired environment that reflects the hospitality at the core of the brand.

“As we expand Slim Chickens across the U.S., we’re committed to partnering with experienced multi-unit operators likeBig Star Chicken who share our vision for growth and exceptional Southern hospitality,” said Sam Rothschild, Chief International Officer at Slim Chickens. “Our collaboration with Big Star Chicken reflects this commitment, combining best-in-class operations with a passion for delivering a high-quality guest experience. Together, we’re strategically growing the brand to serve more communities throughout the U.S. while maintaining the values that make Slim Chickens unique.”

The leading fast casual chicken brand stands out as a premier franchising opportunity, offering prime multi-unit development territories, a passionate leadership team, and a world-class franchisee support system. Awarding franchise opportunities to qualified, experienced, and passionate multi-unit groups looking to add a dynamic segment to their portfolio, Slim Chickens is targeting several national markets including Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Connecticut, and California as well as overseas in Europe, Asia, the GCC, and beyond.

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About Slim Chickens

Slim Chickens, a leading fast casual franchise that features dine-in and drive-through in the better-chicken segment, opened in 2003 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Offering high-quality food with a focus on fresh, delicious ingredients, the brand prides itself on its Southern flair and commitment to hospitality, all in a fast-casual setting. Food is cooked to order, and the differentiated menu features chicken tenders, fresh salads, sandwiches, chicken and waffles, chicken wings, and unique side items, alongside 14 house dipping sauces.

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