I have talked to a couple of other people that told me it was the same at all of the KFC's. They changed how they batter it or cook it. It is totally different.
it’s the quality of the base ingredients. The chicken is not the same, it’s injected with a “brine” solution that is way more than just salt and water. “Food Science” that is used to curate “Fast Food” is unbelievable. The list of chemicals that are used to make a “flavor profile” are long and the furthest thing from healthy.
KFC is owned by YUM brands which also owns Taco Bell and Pizza Hut… it’s all about profit.