US-based chicken franchise Layne’s Chicken Fingers has entered five franchise agreements in the third quarter of 2025.

The deals comprise a 44-unit development deal across West Texas, an additional eight-unit West Texas deal and a three-unit agreement representing the brand’s entry to Oregon.

It also includes a 13-unit expansion for existing Wisconsin franchisees.

Layne’s Chicken Fingers CEO Garrett Reed stated: "The close of the third quarter was yet another milestone that marked the strength of our growth and Layne's increasing appeal nationwide.

"Sealing a landmark 44-unit deal in our home state — which means the Texas market is now 95% sold out — and expanding with existing owners in our system is a testament to the investment opportunity.

“Recognition by top industry publications like Nation's Restaurant News, Restaurant Business and Franchise Times further validates the strength of our brand and the hard work of our teams and franchisees."

The company reported 14 restaurant openings in 2025 to October, with seven of these launches in the third quarter.

Layne’s Chicken Fingers chief operating officer Samir Wattar stated: "Opening seven exceptional restaurants was no small feat, and the fact that we were able to break systemwide revenue records shows just how incredible the demand for Layne's continues to be.

“And as always, we continue to look inward, celebrating milestones like our Wisconsin partners adding 13 more units to their agreement. This is the strongest validation we could ask for."

Eight additional restaurants will launch before the end of 2025. The company is focusing on growth into the US mountain states to accelerate its national expansion through 2025 and beyond.

In February, it announced plans to open three restaurants — two in Texas and one in Virginia.