SHALIMAR, FL, February 17, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Lee's Famous Recipe® Chicken, a name synonymous with delicious, home-style fried chicken for 60 years, is honoring everyday community heroes with the launch of its Homestyle Hero giveaway, in partnership with Idahoan®. The national promotion will award five heroes with $500 Visa gift cards in recognition of their service and impact.

For 60 years, Lee's has served homestyle comfort food rooted in community. The Homestyle Hero Giveaway continues that legacy by celebrating teachers, caregivers, volunteers and neighbors who quietly strengthen their communities every day.

"Our Homestyle Heroes are the people who show up without expecting recognition," said Dan Sokolik, CMO of Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken. "This giveaway lets us say thank you the best way we know how, with comfort food and a meaningful gesture of appreciation."

The giveaway coincides with the Homestyle Bowl being back at Lee's, a comfort food favorite featuring creamy Idahoan mashed potatoes topped with sweet corn, melted cheese, savory gravy, and Lee's famous chicken. Guests can enjoy the Homestyle Bowl combo with a drink for just $4.99 at most Lee's locations (pricing may vary).

Nominate Your Homestyle Hero

The Homestyle Hero Giveaway is a national initiative that encourages guests to recognize the real-life heroes who show up for their communities every day. From nurses to firefighters, teachers to caretakers, there's no shortage of people selflessly dedicating their time, effort, and energy to bettering their communities. Lee's calls these fine folk "Homestyle Heroes," and to celebrate the return of the Lee's Homestyle Bowl, the brand is celebrating them!

From Feb. 16 through March 31, guests can nominate a local hero through an in-store QR code or by visiting https://leesfamousrecipe.com/lees-homestyle-hero/. Nominees may include nurses, firefighters, teachers, caretakers and others who make a positive difference in their communities. Nominations are open through March 31, and winners will be notified on April 17, 2026. No purchase necessary to enter*.

"Communities thrive because of the people who step up to support, lead, and care for others," said Dale Clemiss, President and CEO of Idahoan Foods. "Partnering with Lee's on the Homestyle Hero Giveaway allows us to shine a spotlight on those everyday champions and recognize the impact they make."

For more about Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken, visit www.leesfamousrecipe.com or follow along on Facebook or Instagram.

*Nominate a Homestyle Hero for a chance to win one (1) of five (5) $500 Visa® gift cards. Nominations must be received between February 16, 2026 and March 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM CT. Five (5) nominees will be selected at random from all eligible entries and notified using the contact information provided in the nomination form. Limit one (1) nomination per person. No purchase necessary. Open to legal residents of the United States who are 18 years of age or older. Prize includes one (1) $500 Visa® gift card; taxes and other expenses not included. Void where prohibited. By submitting a nomination, you agree to the official rules and consent to be contacted if selected.

About Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken

For 60 years, Lee's Famous Recipe® Chicken, a quick service franchise founded in Lima, Ohio, has specialized in fresh, never frozen chicken. Lee's has been recognized for three years in a row as a top 10 Fast Food Fried Chicken by USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Award. Today, there are more than 130 Lee's Famous Recipe® Chicken locations in 12 U.S. states and in Canada, most are individually owned and operated. For additional information, please visit LeesFamousRecipe.com.

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