A State-by-State Guide to America's Favorite Fried Chicken

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Idaho: Han's Chimaek

Idaho’s capital has embraced Korean-style fried chicken thanks to Han’s Chimaek in Boise. “Chimaek” is a Korean term for the beloved pairing of fried chicken and beer, and Han’s does it right, serving crispy wings and boneless pieces that are anything but ordinary. The chicken here is double-fried to achieve that shatteringly crisp exterior, then doused in a variety of sticky, sweet, and spicy sauces to order. Sauce options range from a classic Buffalo to the house-special yangnyeom, a Korean sweet-and-spicy glaze made with gochujang chili paste, garlic, and spices. You can get your chicken mild or go for an extra kick, and it comes with sides like steamed rice or refreshing coleslaw to balance the heat. Customers rave that this small, unassuming spot takes fried chicken “to new heights” with its bold flavors and crave-worthy crunch. For Boise locals looking for something beyond Southern fried chicken, Han’s Chimaek delivers an addictive taste of Seoul – and it’s quickly earned a reputation as Idaho’s most flavorful fried chicken stop.