And it happened that the perfect storm for when I would start that business came in the shape of a divorce. And it was my time to be a full-time mother. But I also knew that you can't do everything at once. He worked full time while Stacy stayed home to raise the kids.īROWN: But always knew I was going to start a business - always. She ended up at Auburn University in Auburn, Ala., where she eventually settled with her first husband. What you need to know for now is that Stacy grew up in Rome, Ga. ![]() But at the beginning, it was a struggle just to make ends meet. Now, today Chicken Salad Chick is one of the fastest-growing restaurant chains in America. And Stacy happened to make really great chicken salad. These are the kinds of debates Stacy Brown would have with her friends. And these are the kinds of debates Southerners have over chicken salad. It's like a lobster roll in Maine where it might seem like it's the same thing everywhere, but it's those small nuances, those delicate differences that fuel passionate debate over which lobster shack is the best lobster shack. But if you live in most parts of the southern United States, then you know that chicken salad is much, much, more than just a solid option. OK, so chicken salad? I've never really had strong thoughts on it either way - you know, totally solid lunchtime option. And on today's show, how a stay-at-home mom went from selling homemade chicken salad to friends and neighbors to building one of the fastest-growing restaurant chains in America. RAZ: From NPR, it's HOW I BUILT THIS, a show about innovators, entrepreneurs, idealists and the stories behind the movements they built. In every single meeting that we had, we heard, you want us to invest this much money for a minority share of a business that does not have a single franchise open? Thanks, but no thanks - laughed out of the room. And we pitched to anyone that would listen. STACY BROWN: We hit the ground running on what we called our southeastern fundraising tour and packed up coolers full of chicken salad to hand out to possible investors. You can get your tickets at npr.org/summit. That event is on October 16, and it's sponsored by American Express. Plus, you can still get tickets for the first ever one-day HOW I BUILT THIS summit in San Francisco. But please do make sure to follow HOW I BUILT THIS on Facebook and Twitter, and keep your eyes peeled for any last-minute ticket availability. And before we start the show, I just want to remind you that we have sold out for both of our upcoming live shows in Chicago and in Boulder, Colo. The nuts deliver a delicious crunch mixed with just the right amount of sweetness.įruity Fran: This one is for the sweet chicken salad lovers – it’s packed with fuji apples, grapes, and pineapples.Īnd last but not least, their limited time Patti Thai'rific: This chicken salad tasted exactly like a delicious pad thai, topped with sesame ginger, carrots, and cashews.Hey, it's Guy here. It tasted like a delicious dip in chicken salad form, so if you’re looking for a protein-packed game day snack, look no further.īarbie-Q: Calling all BBQ fans! The Barbie-Q tastes like a bottle of your classic Sweet Baby Ray’s.įancy Nancy: Treat yourself to the Fancy Nancy, a delicious fruity and nutty option, with fuji apples, grapes, and pecans. Sassy Scotty: The Sassy Scotty is a midwesterner’s dream with ranch, bacon, and cheddar cheese. This chicken salad is the only one they sell with onions. The Kickin’ Kay Lynne incorporates buffalo sauce, ranch, bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, jalapeños, & Sriracha for the ultimate flavor punch.ĭixie Chick: Try this chicken salad if you LOVE onions. Kickin’ Kay Lynne: Get ready for some spice. This would be perfect to set out as a dip with some chips for your next game day celebration. The kick of buffalo flavor definitely adds an unexpected twist to your chicken salad expectations. ![]() There is a strong taste of relish, so if you like that then go for it! When going the classic route, we preferred the Classic Carol to Olivia’s Old South.īuffalo Barclay: If you’re a buffalo chicken dip lover– this one's for you. Olivia's Old South: This southern chicken salad includes eggs and sweet pickles. This is definitely a strong choice for those who love to keep things simple. With soft shredded chicken and a boat-load of mayo, you can’t really go wrong. ![]() Here’s our thoughts on the rest of the flavors available at Chicken Salad Chick:Ĭlassic Carol: This is your classic, run of the mill chicken salad. This was one of our favorites! With dried cranberries and slivered almonds (pictured left), it has the perfect mix of sweetness and nuttiness and a great crunchy texture.
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