I tried chicken sandwiches from McDonald's, Popeyes, and Bojangles. The best one surprised me.

I tried chicken sandwiches from McDonald's, Popeyes, and Bojangles. The chicken sandwich from the smallest chain was my favorite.

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• I tried chicken sandwiches from three fast-food chains: McDonald's, Popeyes, and Bojangles.
• All three sandwiches were tasty, but one was the clear winner.
• Bojangles, which just opened a new location in New York City, impressed me with its crispy filet.

Fast-food chicken sandwiches may look similar on the surface...