KFC has been using the 'Original Recipe' phrase for over half a century to describe its top secret signature chicken recipe, which it says is a blend of 11 herbs and spices ...

Last week, KFC accused Church’s Texas Chicken of violating its trademark rights when its fried chicken competitor began using the words “Original Recipe” in its advertising and promotions.

This week, KFC introduced its new Original Recipe Tenders, which it says "are not like other chicken tenders." And you can get it as part of its new $5 meal deal — here's how.

KFC has used “Original Recipe” for more than 50 years to describe its blend of 11 herbs and spices. It’s so closely associated with the term that it trademarked the phrase in 1984.

KFC’s “Original Recipe” trademark, which it says is a secret blend of 11 herbs and spices, has long been part of the company’s branding. The blend is closely guarded, and the company calls ...