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Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken franchisee plans 6 more units in South Carolina

Harris Mullis will open six Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken units in South Carolina. Photo: Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken

April 1, 2026

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The owner of the Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken in Rock Hill plans to expand the brand's presence in South Carolina with six locations, according to a press release.

Harris Mullis reopened the Rock Hill restaurant in 2010. The location was originally established in the late 1970s. Mullis previously worked as an English teacher in South America and held roles in international marketing and corporate banking before becoming a franchisee.

"Harris is an exemplary franchisee and a tremendous ambassador for our brand," Ryan Weaver, CEO of Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken, said in the release. "In addition to being an Operator of the Year award recipient in 2022, Harris's commitment to grow our brand in South Carolina speaks to his confidence in the strong foundation our brand has built over the past 60 years."

Mullis has operated the Rock Hill location for 15 years, during which time he renovated and modernized the building.

"Ever since I decided Lee's was my long-term plan, I've wanted to be a multi-unit operator," Mullis said in the release. "Lee's provides franchisees with a clear path to success, a lot of operational and training support, and I'm excited to bring our famous recipe to more communities across South Carolina."

Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken has more than 130 locations. The company is marking its 60th year in business.

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