INational Fried Chicken Day is celebrated on Sunday, July 6. While unofficial, it’s a day many Americans honor with crispy, golden comfort food.
Fried chicken is one of the most-loved foods in the U.S., tying with burgers and grilled cheese at 83% popularity among adults.
Chicken is now the top meat in the U.S., with consumption rising from 77.4 lbs in 2000 to 103.7 lbs in 2025.
Celebrate more favorites with National Chicken Finger Day on July 27 and Chicken Wing Day on July 29.