A new food truck offering fast, flavorful, and protein-packed meals is rolling into Owensboro and Evansville, promising to change the game for health-conscious foodies on the go. Owner and operator Marc McCoy said ACME Chicken Bowls brings bold flavors, efficient service, and a powerful story of perseverance.
McCoy said the menu features hearty chicken bowls served over steamed white rice — each boasting up to 50 grams of protein and clocking in at under 400 calories. Meals are prepared and served in less than 60 seconds.
“This concept is designed to be fast, healthy, and filling,” McCoy said. “It’s perfect for people who want real food without waiting in line or compromising on taste.”
The menu includes six bowl options:
- Sweet Bourbon Chicken – shredded chicken in a sweet, buttery brown sauce
- Crustless Chicken Pot Pie – pulled chicken in pot pie-style gravy with peas and carrots
- Honey Sriracha Chicken – sweet and spicy with Asian chilies, soy, and garlic
- Drunken Chicken – slow-simmered with herbs, tomatoes, and beer
- Buffalo Chicken – tangy and spicy with red onions and celery
- Spicy Voodoo Chicken – the hottest option, simmered in tomato sauce with red, white, and black pepper
Combo options include a “pick two” bowl, drinks, cookies, lemonade, bottled water, and mac and cheese on the side.
Though ACME Chicken Bowls is a licensed franchise model created by Louisville-based Soup Coop Foods — the same company behind Jay’s Gumbo — McCoy’s personal journey is what sets this local truck apart.
Originally from Beirut, Lebanon, McCoy came to the U.S. at age 17 amid war and instability in his home country. He arrived with little more than determination and a phone number, eventually reconnecting with his estranged American father after entering foster care. He later served in the U.S. military as a linguist and translator.
“I’ve been through a lot — war, immigration, struggling with mental health, navigating foster care, and trying to find my place,” McCoy said. “This food truck isn’t just a business; it’s a symbol of what’s possible when you believe in yourself and get a little help from others.”
That help came in the form of Mario, ACME’s director of marketing, who connected with McCoy over their shared experiences with ADHD and offered to personally finance the startup. The company’s founder later matched the offer.
“I was blown away by their belief in me,” McCoy said. “Now I get to share something amazing with this community and give back.”
McCoy plans to bring the truck to festivals, pop-ups, and community events in both Owensboro and Evansville. He’s also open to catering and partnerships.
“Wherever we go, our goal is the same — to serve high-quality food with heart,” he said.
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