KFC claims that Church's use of the phrase "original recipe" in its own advertisements "is likely to create confusion in the marketplace.

KFC has filed a lawsuit against Church's Texas Chicken for allegedly violating its trademark rights by using the term "original recipe" in its advertising.

KFC and Church’s are in a beef over fried chicken. The chain formerly known as Kentucky Fried Chicken has sued its competitor for the recent use of the term “Original Recipe” in promotions. KFC has used “Original Recipe” for more than 50 years to describe its blend of 11 herbs and spices.

Last week, KFC accused Church’s Texas Chicken of violating its trademark rights when its fried chicken competitor began using the words “Original Recipe” in its advertising and promotions. KFC claimed in a lawsuit that beginning September 30,

KFC has accused Church's Texas Chicken of violating its trademark rights when its fried chicken competitor began using the words