US-based fast-casual restaurant chain The Red Chickz has made a three-unit franchise deal which will mark the brand's entry into the New Jersey market.

The move will see the launch of new venues in Mantua Township, Washington Township and Gloucester Township.

The Red Chickz co-founder and CEO Shawn Lalehzarian said: “We're thrilled to be introducing The Red Chickz to New Jersey.

“Expanding into the Garden State is an incredibly exciting milestone for us, as we continue to share our unique West Coast spin on Nashville Hot Chicken with new fans across the country.

“New Jersey's diverse and dynamic communities make it the perfect place for us to introduce the East Coast to The Red Chickz experience, where crunch meets spice in an unbeatable combination, and we look forward to becoming a staple across New Jersey.”

The Red Chickz has three outlets in California, one in Cypress, Texas and a further 24 sites under development.

The brand is known for its Nashville Hot Chicken with a Californian twist.

Its menu includes six different spice levels for its Nashville Hot Chicken sandwiches, along with Honey Butter Sandwiches, French Toast Sandwiches, Tacos, cauliflower options and sides such as Cheese Curds and Corn Ribs.

The Red Chickz development vice-president Spencer Sabatasso said: “I'm really excited to be working with The Red Chickz. With this brand, there's an extremely long runway for development, not only across North America, but also abroad.

“This franchise is designed with best-in-class unit economics, streamlined operations, and an efficient labour model – perfect for entrepreneurs and multi-unit operators looking to maximise profitability.”