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Chicken Salad Chick enters Minnesota with Apple Valley opening

Source: Chicken Salad Chick

July 15, 2026

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Chicken Salad Chick will open a restaurant on July 28 at 14658 Cedar Ave., in Apple Valley in Minnesota, it's 24^th state after debuting in Utah last month.

"Minnesota has always been a priority development area for us because of its diverse economy and strong business presence, both with small businesses and larger corporations," CEO and President Scott Deviney said in a press release.

Under he direction of franchisees Mike and Mandi Boogerd, the restaurant's grand opening week will include giveaways and promotions, including tumblers and beverages. The first 100 guests in line will receive a free large Quick Chick of chicken salad each week for a year.

Ahead of the opening, the Atlanta-based brand is raising money for Messiah Community Food Shelf, an emergency food distribution center operated by Messiah Lutheran Church and 360 Communities that serves Dakota County residents.