KFC, also known as Kentucky Fried Chicken, is a global fast food restaurant chain that specialises in fried chicken. It was founded by Colonel Harland Sanders and Pete Harman in the United States. KFC is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, and is currently a subsidiary of Yum! Brands, which also owns other popular restaurant chains such as Pizza Hut and Taco Bell. KFC is the world`s second-largest restaurant chain in terms of sales, with over 22,000 locations in 150 countries as of December 2019. The chain offers a variety of menu items, with its original product being pressure-fried chicken pieces seasoned with Sanders` recipe of 11 herbs and spices. KFC is well-known for serving its fried chicken in a cardboard "bucket," a feature that was introduced by franchisee Pete Harman in 1957. In addition to its fried chicken, KFC also offers a range of side dishes such as mashed potatoes, coleslaw, and biscuits. The chain has expanded internationally since the mid-1960s and continues to be a popular choice for fast food lovers around the world. Please note that the information provided is based on the search results and may not be exhaustive.