Recent KFC Menu Changes
Recent/Huge Global KFC Menu Updates
- Bringing back nostalgic items
- The Original Honey BBQ sauce is returning (from ~October 6, 2025 in the U.S.) fans requested it.
- ‘90s throwback items like potato wedges and certain wings are being reintroduced.
- Limited-time promotions & pricing deals
- Chicken Sandwich priced at $3.99 (for a limited time) in the U.S.
- Meal deal boxes with combo items (e.g. wings, nuggets, biscuits) are being offered.
- Menu trims / removals
- KFC removed several items in the U.S.: Popcorn Chicken, Kentucky Fried Chicken Wings, Nashville Hot Sauce, Strawberry Lemonade, Chocolate Chip Cookies.
- These removals are part of an effort to simplify the menu, make operations more efficient.
- Health & nutrition reformulations
- In the UK & Ireland, they’ve been reducing salt, fat, and sugar in certain products. For example, fries were made thicker so less oil is absorbed.
- Mayo-based sauces had their oil content reduced; bun sugar content reduced.
- New products and innovation
- Loaded bowls (like “Nashville Hot Loaded Fries Bowl,” etc.) introduced in the U.S. at low price points (~US$5).
- Korean-inspired bowls on digital/app menus.
- Return of Chicken & Waffles in the U.S., plus new dessert items (“Strawberry & Crème Pie Poppers”) etc.
🌍 Regional / Pakistan-Specific Changes
A few changes specific to KFC Pakistan:
- New menu items in Lahore/F. B. Area / E-11 etc:
- Garlic Zingeratha chicken strips wrapped in paratha with imli chutney, mint mayo etc.
- Cheesy Chicken Loaded Fries fries topped with cheese sauce, hot-shots, jalapeños etc.
- Deals / Combos
- “PEPSI Kamaaal Kombos,” “Midnight Deals”, “Xtreme Duo Box” etc. have become more prominent.
- Everyday Value & Family deals are being pushed, with large combos/buckets.
- Customer Reactions
- The K-Zing Burger introduced in Pakistan got backlash for taste, portion size, quality issues.
