Someone once said that a picture is worth a thousand words. Well, when it comes to fast food chicken tenders, a taste test is worth even more. In a detailed article, Jenn Harris, a dining writer for the LA Times, takes us on a journey through the world of fast food chicken tenders, comparing and contrasting the offerings of some of the most popular chains in the country. From Burger King's chicken fries to Wingstop's crispy tenders, Harris leaves no stone unturned in her quest to find the best and worst of the bunch.

Discover the Surprising Rankings of Fast Food Chicken Tenders

11. Burger King

In a fast food chicken tender taste test, Burger King ranked worst. Getty Images shows the aftermath. The days of Burger King's sovereign rule over chicken tenders may be over, as suggested by the critic. Harris wrote, "They tasted like long, rubbery nuggets. An order of four felt like the light snack you might eat while assembling a real snack." It's clear that Burger King's chicken fries have some serious issues.

10. Jack in the Box

This Western US favorite didn't fare well in the contest. As soon as we took our first bites, the illusion of greatness crumbled, Harris wrote. They were greasy to the touch, and the bitter taste of old grease was the dominant flavor. It's a disappointment for Jack in the Box fans.

9. Chick-Fil-A

Often idealized as America's ultimate chicken chain, Chick-Fil-A took a hit in Harris' taste test. The chicken was moist with no oily aftertaste, but the sweetness of the tenders was a bit much. The Chick-fil-A sauce, thick and gloppy and even sweeter, only made things worse. It's a different experience than what fans might be used to.

8. Chicken Guy

This fast food venture from Food Network host Guy Fieri didn't impress Harris. The panko-style crusted tenders had too much of a sweet taste. It's a letdown for fans of Chicken Guy, especially those who were hoping for a unique flavor.

7. Jollibee

This Filipino fast-food chain that's become a hit from coast to coast didn't quite make the cut. Harris said that the overwhelming taste of fry oil left the tenders teetering toward a "rancid" flavor, despite their ample juiciness. It's a tough call for Jollibee.

6. KFC

Colonel Sanders saves the day? Sort of. The taste tester said the chain's gravy helped to redeem salty chicken that "was tough, and you could pull away strips like string cheese." It's not a complete disaster, but KFC has some work to do.

5. Church's Chicken

Harris said that Church's tenders were quite forgettable. The offering here needs some kind of dipping sauce to be edible, she called Church's wayward effort "the least memorable of the bunch, but not terrible." However, she insisted on BYOS - bring your own sauce - as the hot sauce and gravy reportedly could use divine intervention.

4. Carl's Jr

Harris said this West Coast standard is more worthy of the kid's menu. The meat tasted like juicy strips of chicken breast. The only problem is you need to eat them immediately. They didn't retain their crunch as well as some of the others. It's a mixed bag for Carl's Jr.

3. Raising Cane's

Raising Cane's was the first bonafide hit on Harris' list. The Louisiana-born chain - now rapidly expanding from coast to coast, including NYC - took the bronze on a so-far somewhat depressing list. The chicken tastes and feels like actual chicken. And though the coating doesn't grip the meat as well as I'd like, it's crunchy and stays crunchy. The fingers are a little bland, but that's what the Cane's sauce is for.

2. Popeyes

Loved that chicken from Popeyes - just not enough to be number one, apparently. Another Louisiana offering was at one point the critic's top choice, but eventually, the juicy and succulent tenders were awarded the silver medal. Points off, Harris explained, for inconsistency - some bites were "plump and moist," while others were "giant shards of crunchy coating." They register as more of a crunchy snack than a meal.

1. Wingstop

A critic has confusingly named Wingstop as the best fast food chicken tender vendor in the country. Harris went out on a limb to champion the wing chain, not widely known for its tenders. The professional eater enjoyed their nice crunch, size, and the "ideal consistency" of the ranch dip served alongside. "Thick enough to coat your tender but not enough to be considered gloppy," she said, returning to a familiar word for her sauce assessment.