Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken is a casual dining franchise founded in 1966 specializing in chicken, homestyle sides, and biscuits. There are currently 142 Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken locations in 13 states across America. The majority of Lee’s stores are in the Midwest and southern states, but Lee’s also has international locations in Canada and Jordan. Headquarters are located in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.
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