After a lively discussion on social media about the best spots for fried chicken outside of restaurants, one name kept popping up: Edwards Food Giant. Honestly, my initial reaction was skeptical. Grocery store fried chicken? Could it really be that good? As a dedicated food enthusiast, and someone who values reader recommendations, I knew I had to investigate the claims surrounding Edwards Food Giant.
Truth be told, the thought of indulging in potentially greasy grocery store chicken wasn’t exactly at the top of my priority list. However, fueled by curiosity and the enthusiastic endorsements online, I decided to venture to my local Edwards Food Giant. My mission: to sample this much-talked-about fried chicken and see if it lived up to the hype.
My destination was the Edwards Food Giant on Cantrell, arriving around 11 AM – prime fried chicken tasting time, in my book. I opted for the “snacker,” a 2-piece white meat selection, which, surprisingly, came with potato wedges and a roll, all for the incredibly reasonable price of $3.87, tax included. This was already shaping up to be an intriguing culinary adventure.
To ensure peak freshness and flavor, I decided against the usual practice of bringing takeout back home. Fried chicken, as any connoisseur knows, is best enjoyed immediately. So, armed with my snacker box, I headed straight to my car, ready for an impromptu taste test.
And the verdict? Color me impressed. The first bite was a revelation. The batter was exceptionally crispy, providing a satisfying crunch that gave way to incredibly juicy and tender meat. Yes, it was undeniably greasy – we are talking about fried chicken after all – but the flavor was spot-on, savory and deeply satisfying. This was far beyond my expectations for grocery store fried chicken.
The accompanying potato wedges were also deep-fried to a golden crisp. While tasty, they felt a little redundant alongside the already rich fried chicken. I managed a couple of wedges, but decided to prioritize the star of the show – the chicken. No need to overdo it, even for the sake of thorough research.
Will Edwards Food Giant become my regular fried chicken haunt? Probably not. But that’s in no way a reflection of the quality. The fried chicken was genuinely fantastic – surprisingly so. For a quick, affordable, and undeniably delicious fried chicken fix, Edwards Food Giant is absolutely worth considering. It’s a testament to the fact that sometimes, the best culinary surprises are found in the most unexpected places.
