{"id":4611,"date":"2024-08-12T20:29:44","date_gmt":"2024-08-13T02:29:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jjg.royalestudios.com\/prensa\/pollo-campero-an-icon-of-fried-chicken-in-the-united-states\/"},"modified":"2025-04-11T14:54:30","modified_gmt":"2025-04-11T20:54:30","slug":"pollo-campero-an-icon-of-fried-chicken-in-the-united-states","status":"publish","type":"prensa","link":"https:\/\/jjg.royalestudios.com\/en\/press\/pollo-campero-an-icon-of-fried-chicken-in-the-united-states\/","title":{"rendered":"Pollo Campero: An Icon of Fried Chicken in the United States"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/jjg.royalestudios.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Pollo-Campero-USA.png\" alt=\"Pollo Campero usa\" class=\"wp-image-1634\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/somoscmi.com\/en\/brand\/pollo-campero\/\">Pollo Campero<\/a> has earned a mention by <a href=\"https:\/\/10best.usatoday.com\/awards\/travel\/best-fast-food-fried-chicken-2024\/\">USA Today in its 10Best section<\/a>, securing the second place among the best fried chicken in the United States. This recognition highlights Pollo Campero&#8217;s exceptional quality in a market where fried chicken is one of the most popular options for consumers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For this ranking, USA Today 10Best editors, along with a panel of culinary experts, each compiled a list of their top picks. Readers then voted to determine the best fried chicken chain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Legacy of Flavor and Tradition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Since 1971, Pollo Campero has offered a unique recipe that has become a staple for Central American families. This legacy is reflected in their dishes, which combine the highest quality ingredients with exclusive culinary techniques, resulting in unparalleled fried chicken. Additionally, their special blend of spices and marinades has been key to their success and global expansion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pollo Campero&#8217;s side dishes are also an integral part of the dining culinary experience they offer. Favorites in the United States include fried yuca and Campero beans, prepared with ancho and chipotle peppers. This combination of flavors and textures sets the brand apart from other fast food chains, and it has earned it a special place in the hearts of its customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pollo Campero\u2019s International Growth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>USA Today\u2019s recognition not only highlights the quality of Pollo Campero\u2019s chicken but also its ability to adapt and thrive in the demanding U.S. market. With over 100 restaurants in the United States and 270 worldwide, Pollo Campero demonstrates consistency and excellence in every location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The brand\u2019s culture and community focus are fundamental to its success. Constant communication and support for franchisees is essential to maintaining cohesion and quality across the restaurant network. This approach has enabled Pollo Campero to deliver&nbsp; a consistent and satisfying experience to its customers, regardless of location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pollo Campero\u2019s Future Vision and Brand Values<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/jjg.royalestudios.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Business-Insider-Pollo-Campero-1024x768.png\" alt=\"Pollo Campero\" class=\"wp-image-1636\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Pollo Campero&#8217;s operations are based on the <a href=\"https:\/\/somoscmi.com\/en\/our-reir-values\/\">REIR values: Responsibility, Excellence, Integrity, and Respect<\/a>, established by its founder, Juan Bautista Guti\u00e9rrez. Today, <a href=\"https:\/\/juanjosegutierrez.com\/?lang=en\">Juan Jos\u00e9 Guti\u00e9rrez Mayorga<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/juanluisbosch.com\/?lang=en\">Juan Luis Bosch Guti\u00e9rrez<\/a>, Presidents and Chairmen of <a href=\"https:\/\/somoscmi.com\/en\/cmi-foods\/\">CMI Foods<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/somoscmi.com\/en\/cmi-capital\/\">CMI Capital<\/a> respectively, lead CMI and continue to promote the culture that distinguishes CMI and its REIR values.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pollo Campero\u2019s vision for the future includes expanding its presence in the United States and other international markets, with a goal of 250 restaurants in the U.S. market by 2027. With a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, the brand is on its way to becoming a favorite in the fried chicken industry. USA Today\u2019s recognition as one of the best places to eat fried chicken in the United States is a testament to its commitment to quality and tradition.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":4424,"template":"","class_list":["post-4611","prensa","type-prensa","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Pollo Campero: An Icon of Fried Chicken in the United States - Juan Jos\u00e9 Guti\u00e9rrez Mayorga<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Pollo Campero ranks second on USA Today 10Best&#039;s list of the best fried chicken in the United States.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"noindex, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Pollo Campero: An Icon of Fried Chicken in the United States - 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