Champy's Fried Chicken – American
Stepping into this lively Southern haunt feels like a trip to the Delta, where the crackle of golden-fried chicken and the savory steam of homemade hot tamales fill the air with irresistible warmth. Guests gather over overflowing baskets of buttermilk-fried pickles and zesty smoked wings, enjoying a soulful dining experience that celebrates the bold, spicy heart of Mississippi comfort food.
526 East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Chattanooga 37403 https://champyschicken.com/contact/mlkRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, south-beach, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Champy's Fried Chicken
Dairy-Free at Champy's Fried Chicken
Champy's Fried Chicken in Chattanooga has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Jalapeño Basket, Potato Salad (Small) and French Fries Basket. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Champy's Fried Chicken
Champy's Fried Chicken in Chattanooga has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Potato Salad (Small). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Champy's Fried Chicken
Champy's Fried Chicken in Chattanooga has 12 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Jalapeño Basket, Potato Salad (Small) and Mississippi Mud Pie (Slice). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Champy's Fried Chicken
Champy's Fried Chicken in Chattanooga has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Half a Chicken Plate, Smoked Hot Wings by the Pound and Baked Beans (Small). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Champy's Fried Chicken
Champy's Fried Chicken in Chattanooga has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries Basket and Smoked Sausage, Cheese & Pickle Plate. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Champy's Fried Chicken
Champy's Fried Chicken in Chattanooga has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Garden Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Champy's Fried Chicken
Champy's Fried Chicken in Chattanooga has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Jalapeño Basket, French Fries Basket and Bottled Root Beer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Champy's Fried Chicken
Champy's Fried Chicken in Chattanooga has 10 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Jalapeño Basket, Potato Salad (Small) and Mississippi Mud Pie (Slice). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Champy's Fried Chicken
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Half a Chicken Plate | 21.9 g | 73.4 g |
| Smoked Hot Wings by the Pound | 24.3 g | 21.9 g |
| Baked Beans (Small) | 0 g | 21.1 g |
| Fried Chicken Salad | 6.6 g | 18 g |
| Cajun Grilled Chicken Salad | 35.9 g | 17.3 g |
| Shrimp PoBoy | 39.9 g | 14 g |
| Fried Jalapeño Basket | 12.8 g | 10.6 g |
| Smoked Sausage, Cheese & Pickle Plate | 18.6 g | 10 g |
| Banana Pudding (Pint) | 103.8 g | 9.6 g |
| 2 Piece White Meat Plate | 14.2 g | 8 g |
| Fried Mississippi Catfish | 45.9 g | 6.8 g |
| Bottled Root Beer | 39.4 g | 6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 10:30 AM - 12:00 AM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the appetizing burgers and the evident pride the kitchen takes in its craft, noting that every dish is prepared with care. Guests consistently praise the intimate and pleasant setting, which is complemented by service that reviewers highlight as exceptionally attentive and timely.
Menu
Getting Started
- Mississippi Delta Homemade Hot Tamales (3) - $8.25: Homemade hot tamales served with crackers and slaw Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Jalapeño Basket - $10.99: Battered and fried jalapeños Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buttermilk Fried Pickle Spears - $10.99: Pickle spears battered in buttermilk and fried Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Sausage, Cheese & Pickle Plate - $10.99: Smoked sausage served with cheese and pickles Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Hot Wings by the Pound - $14.99: Buffalo, Sweet Heat, or Naked Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Champy's Salads
- Garden Salad - $8.99: Mixed lettuce, tomato, onion, hard boiled egg, cheese, and pickles Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Salad - $12.25: Mixed lettuce, tomato, onion, hard boiled egg, cheese, and pickles with fried chicken Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Grilled Chicken Salad - $12.25: Mixed lettuce, tomato, onion, hard boiled egg, cheese, and pickles with Cajun grilled chicken Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Full Plates
- 2 Piece White Meat Plate - $11.25: Breast and a wing served on white bread with baked beans and slaw Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- 3 Piece Dark Meat Plate - $12.5: 2 thighs and a leg served on white bread with baked beans and slaw Available at: dinner, lunch
- Half a Chicken Plate - $14.99: Breast, thigh, wing, and a leg served on white bread with baked beans and slaw Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Mississippi Catfish - $14.99: Served with fries, slaw, onion, and jalapeno hushpuppies Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches & PoBoys
- Fried Chicken Filet Sandwich - $11.75: Slaw, pickle, and creole mayo served with fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp PoBoy - $11.75: Lettuce, tomato, and creole mayo served with fries Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Southern Sides
- Baked Beans (Small) - $3.75: Homemade baked beans Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Salad (Small) - $3.75: Southern style potato salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries Basket - $4.99: Basket of fries Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeño Hushpuppies (2) - $1.5: Cornmeal fritters made with jalapeños Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Homemade Sweets
- Key Lime Pie (Slice) - $5: Homemade key lime pie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Mississippi Mud Pie (Slice) - $5: Chocolate chess pie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Banana Pudding (Pint) - $6.99: Homemade banana pudding Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Beverages
- Coca-Cola Selections - $2.95: Assorted fountain sodas Dietary tags: Halal
- Iced Tea - $2.95: Sweet or Unsweet
- Bottled Root Beer - $3.25: No refills Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about Champy's Fried Chicken
- Is Champy's Fried Chicken dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Champy's Fried Chicken has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Jalapeño Basket, Potato Salad (Small) and French Fries Basket.
- What can I eat at Champy's Fried Chicken on a dairy-free diet?
- Fried Jalapeño Basket, Potato Salad (Small) and French Fries Basket carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Champy's Fried Chicken have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fried Jalapeño Basket and French Fries Basket.
- Is Champy's Fried Chicken gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Champy's Fried Chicken?
- Half a Chicken Plate, at roughly 73.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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