The countertop receptacles (small appliance) should be supplied by at least 2x 20amp circuits. In other words, the countertop receptacles should be split between the two 20amp circuits. These same circuits can feed other receptacles in the kitchen area (only) just not lighting and dedicated appliance receptacles. The reason for at least 2 circuits is when you plugin 2 or more heavy duty portable kitchen appliances you won’t trip the breaker. 2 is the minimum, if the kitchen is large you can find 3 or more countertop/portable/small appliance circuits.
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