Cowboy Chicken
- Ownership Requirement
- Full-time
- Business Type
- Franchise
Own a Texas-Size Chicken Franchise
Serve bold wood-fired flavors with a proven fast-casual model.
Brand overview
Founded in 1981 in Dallas, Cowboy Chicken was built on a simple goal: making people happy with delicious wood-fired rotisserie chicken and fresh, made-from-scratch sides. Over forty years later, that commitment to bold, natural recipes has made the brand one of Dallas's most beloved restaurants and a top performer in the fast-casual segment. Owners operate a full-service restaurant model with multiple revenue streams, including dine-in, curbside, take-out, catering, and delivery for both lunch and dinner.
Availability
We are currently accepting inquiries in these states:
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Why choose Cowboy Chicken
Cowboy Chicken offers over 40 years of proven brand success and fierce customer loyalty. Franchisees benefit from easy-to-execute operational systems focused on uncompromising quality. The business model provides twice the dining opportunity of most casual dining restaurants, amplified by take-out, catering, and delivery channels. The healthy, fresh, delicious, and affordable menu options consistently meet current consumer trends.
Revenue Potential & Investment Requirements
Revenue Potential
2025 FDD top performing unit
Total investment
$581,796–$1,421,995
Cash Required
$600,000
Net worth
$1,200
Franchise fee
$35,000
Royalty fee
5% of Gross Sales
Ad fund %
3%
Total units
18
Financing available
None — we do not offer direct or indirect financing.
Real estate required
Yes
Growth Trends
Training & support
The franchise process begins with an introductory meeting, application approval, and receipt of the Franchise Disclosure Document before signing the agreement and onboarding into the system. Further details on operational support and training are available in the official Franchise Brochure.
Ideal candidate
The ideal candidate is an experienced restaurant operator with at least five years in the industry. They possess real estate experience in the market to be developed, hold significant liquid assets and net worth, and have the passion and resources to build the Cowboy Chicken brand and complete a development schedule.
Bring bold Texas flavors and a proven fast-casual model to your market. Submit your information today to request the franchise brochure and begin the introductory process.