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The first general rule is if it around the sink or just above the counter top that it need to be a GFCI. Just in case a liquid would happen to get in the outlet it will not start a fire and will pop the circuit in the panel box, However if you are having a problem with the breaker popping then there is something else going on and it needs to be looked at.

The outlet for the refrigerator does not need to be a GFCI and can be on one of the 2-20 AMP circuits that need to be zoned for feeding the kitchen. Code (210.52(C)(5)

The receptacles should also be 2Ft from either side of the sink and every 4FT along the counter. Code(210.52)

Each wall counter space 12in. or wider requires a receptacle (like an Island). Code(210.52(C)(1).

The Dishwasher can be a regular plug but it needs to be on it's own circuit in the panel box.

The Garbage disposal can be on one of the 2-20AMP circuits for the kitchen.

The Range is the only big (usually 220) and it has it's own circuit in the panel box also, and usually sit behind the range.

Other than that most of the other electrical outlets can be tied into the the 2-20AMP circuits for the kitchen and they can be tied into the Dining area or the Pantry or the Breakfast room.

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