The United States is home to numerous iconic fast-food franchises like McDonald’s, KFC, Chick-fil-A and Burger King that are widely respected globally for their high quality cuisine. Millions of halal consumers in both America and MENA region frequent these restaurants but remain uncertain of their halal status. This AHF Insight examines these American-based fast food chains’ supply chain systems, slaughter practices for meat and poultry used within them and any possible cross-contamination with objectively forbidden ingredients.