Many fast food chains offer fried chicken on their menu, creating their own version of it to get the signature taste of their own brand. Truly, you can never go wrong with fried chicken; it’s the safest thing to order from any restaurant menu because it never fails.
But admit it; nothing compares to KFC chicken. Boasting their secret recipe of 11 secret herbs and spices, their chicken is like no other. Although the secret recipe came to a close halt in 2016 by Colonel Sander’s nephew, KFC denied its validity. Many attempted to create the chicken over the “leaked” secret recipe, but no one came close to the real taste of the original KFC chicken. Yup, the chain’s fried chicken is that iconic!
Now, KFC is creating a new chicken dish made out of their secret recipe! Get ready for the nationwide launch of the new Original Recipe Tenders that you can get today at all KFC locations. These Original Recipe Tenders are hand-breaded using the chain’s secret seasoning and deep-fried to a golden crispy brown.
With an unbeatable value of $5, fans can grab the Original Recipe Tenders Box that comes with three tenders, Secret Recipe Fries, and two signature KFC sauces. Curious about the sauces and dips? Here’s what to expect from them:
- New Comeback Sauce – KFC has released a new sauce to upgrade your chicken meal. It is expected to be creamy and zesty and pairs well with KFC’s iconic Original Recipe fried chicken.
- Sticky Chicky – Pineapple lovers, this one’s for you! This new sauce combines pineapple and chili. You can choose to dip the chicken tenders for a new flavor.
- KFC Sauce – If you like the sauce for your chicken smokey, then the KFC sauce is the perfect choice. It features a smoky combination of sweet sauce that is created to pair with the Original Recipe chicken.
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More Surprises From KFC
The Original Recipe Tenders is a release worth celebrating as it marks a new menu innovation from KFC. For the longest time, we were only getting fried chicken until they introduced the Saucy Nuggets a few months ago for a limited time only at select locations. Now, at least, we have a new menu add-on that we can choose when we don’t want to deal with chicken bones on our way to some finger-lickin’ good chicken.
Although the Original Recipe Tenders aren’t new on the menu, this marks the first time that KFC will release it for the locations nationwide. In celebration of its release, KFC will introduce the following deals available. Make sure to get them while they’re still available at KFC. Here’s what’s in store for fans to enjoy the release in more ways:
Family Bundle
Following the release of Original Recipe Tenders, KFC unveils a Family Bundle saver that is perfect for the family. We know KFC’s bucket is too iconic, so you can change your usual fried chicken bucket for Tenders and Nuggets. Say hello to the Tenders + Nuggets Meal Bundle, which has a starting price of only $24.99. Now, there’s something to look forward to every dinner!
13 Days of Spooktacular Deals
For KFC’s Halloween special, they are pulling the 13 Days of Spooktacular Deals! Make sure to mark your calendars for October 19-31, 2024, as KFC rewards members can get the chance to enjoy 13 days of special offers leading up to Halloween. The promotions will feature the chicken tenders, of course, among other fan favorites from the chicken chain. In case you haven’t joined KFC Rewards yet, this is your chance to do so!
Care For Some Fruity Drinks and Treat?
Do you remember KFC’s Tropical Passionfruit drinks that they released this summer? Good news as KFC is still offering them even in the cold days of fall! However, the Tropical Passionfruit Lemonade is saying goodbye as KFC decided to replace it with Cranberry Lemonade! These refreshing drinks are perfect for pairing with the new Original Recipe Tenders.
You can opt to get the Cranberry Lemonade, or you can mix it with the chain’s available beverages, such as the following:
- Cranberry Starry
- Cranberry MTN Dew Sweet Lightning
- Cranberry Pepsi
- Cranberry Iced Tea
Cherry Pie Poppers
Last April, KFC released the Apple Pie Poppers and many fans surely miss this treat! If you’re one of the Apple Pie Poppers fans, have good news for you since the treat is also making a comeback. But like the Tropical Passionfruit Lemonade, it’s getting replaced by the Cherry Pie Poppers! The new cherry treat features a buttery and flaky crust with a warm cherry pie filling. These mini pies have a suggested price of $2.49 and $5.49, with sizes ranging from 4 or 10-count options.
More Chicken News
Fast food restaurants are making waves with their new chicken releases, especially since the football season is in full swing! Chicken wings and football are synonymous with one another since they have a long history, which would take us to the Super Bowl during the ‘90s. For now, let’s take a look at new releases as well as deals aside from KFC’s Original Recipe Tenders.
Buffalo Wild Wing’s Pick 6 Deal
Buffalo Wild Wings is offering their new Pick 6 Deals, where fans could enjoy two entrees complete with sides and drinks for just $19.99! For two entree meals, fans could choose among six traditional wing flavors from the chain or their hand-breaded chicken tenders among three others. For sides, you may choose between fries or tatter tots to pair with your entree. This meal deal is perfect for dates or if you can challenge yourself to two meals in one serving. Don’t worry, you can take home the remaining ones!
Pizza Hut’s Big Boneless Bundle
Pizza Hut’s new Big Boneless Wings Bundle is made for every football fan who is looking for the perfect tailgate meal or dinner this season! This bundle comes with 16 pieces of boneless wings that are smothered in your choice of two flavors. You also get two wing dippers and as well as fries for an affordable price of $15.99.
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From The Club
KFC is wrapping up the chicken season, or should I say, football season, with yet again another chicken release. This may not be your typical wings covered with Buffalo sauce but this new meal is worth the try. It comes with a special comeback sauce that is good enough to cover chicken wings. It’s just nice to see that KFC is finally offering a new chicken menu as an additional option for fans who want their chicken boneless.
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