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KFC Brings Back Fan-Favorite Popcorn Chicken
13 Jul
Summary
- KFC has brought back its popular Popcorn Chicken nationwide for a limited time.
- The return follows years of fan requests and social media buzz about its absence.
- Popcorn Chicken is available à la carte and in three different meal deal combinations.

KFC has officially reintroduced its popular Popcorn Chicken to menus across the United States. This highly anticipated return, effective July 13, 2026, comes after years of fan requests and online campaigns for the beloved menu item to make a comeback. The fried chicken chain is offering the Popcorn Chicken for a limited time only, while supplies last.
Fans can order the Popcorn Chicken in several ways. It is available for purchase à la carte. Additionally, it is featured in three distinct meal deals. These include the Popcorn Chicken Combo, which comes with fries, a drink, and sauce for $8.49. For a more substantial meal, the Popcorn Chicken Big Box for $10.99 includes tenders, a cookie, and more. A dedicated Popcorn Chicken Bucket, offering 16 ounces of the chicken with four dipping sauces, is also available for $10. The menu innovation follows KFC's recent global menu relaunch, which focused on boneless offerings and new international sauces.