Can Churchs Chicken unilaterally change the approved menu items?

According to Churchs Chicken's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to offer only menu items that are part of the Churchs Chicken system unless they receive approval from Churchs Chicken to offer additional items. The FDD states that Churchs Chicken anticipates continued improvement of the System and will provide new information and techniques to franchisees by means of the Manual.

This means that Churchs Chicken retains control over its menu and can make changes or updates to it as they see fit. Franchisees must adhere to these changes and implement them in their restaurants. This ensures consistency across all Churchs Chicken locations and allows the franchisor to adapt to changing consumer preferences and market trends.

For a prospective franchisee, this highlights the importance of following the franchisor's guidelines and staying updated with any changes to the menu or operating procedures. While franchisees can suggest new menu items, the final decision rests with Churchs Chicken. Franchisees should inquire about the process for suggesting new menu items and the criteria used for evaluating them.