KFC Expands $5 Value Menu with New Summer Deals Amid 'Value Meal Wars'

KFC is raising the stakes in the fast-food industry's "Value Meal Wars" by introducing three new $5 meal options to its Taste of KFC menu, offering customers more affordable choices starting August 12, 2024.

KFC Launches New $5 Meal Options as Fast-Food Chains Intensify ‘Value Meal Wars’ This Summer

The fast-food industry is gearing up for a new wave of competition, and this summer, it's all about the "Value Meal Wars." Just when it seemed that the frenzy of value meal deals had peaked, the industry was stepping up again, with KFC leading the charge by expanding its popular Taste of KFC Deals.

KFC has announced an enhancement to its $5 Value Menu, offering customers a more comprehensive range of meal choices without compromising value. Starting on August 12, 2024, the Taste of KFC menu now includes three new $5 deals, ensuring everyone can enjoy a satisfying meal at an affordable price. The new options include:

KFC Chicken Nuggets: Eight hand-breaded chicken nuggets made with KFC’s Original Recipe, paired with Secret Recipe Fries and two dipping sauces of choice.

• Famous Bowl with KFC Chicken Nuggets: A fresh take on the classic Famous Bowl featuring creamy mashed potatoes, sweet corn, KFC’s 100% white meat chicken nuggets, home-style gravy, and a three-cheese blend.

• Two-Piece Drum & Thigh: Two pieces of crispy drum and thigh fried chicken, served with creamy mashed potatoes topped with gravy and a buttery biscuit.

Nick Chavez, KFC U.S.'s CMO, expressed pride in expanding the company’s value offerings, especially with fan-favorite items like nuggets and Famous Bowls, all available for just $5.

KFC continues to deliver value with its “$10 Tuesdays” deal, where customers can get an eight-piece bucket of fried chicken for just ten dollars. The “$20 Family Deal” is also famous for larger groups, offering six pieces of chicken, four single sides, and four biscuits.

Additionally, KFC has rolled out digital-exclusive deals, including:

40-Piece Saucy Nuggets Party Pack: This pack contains 40 chicken nuggets in flavors like Honey Garlic, Chipotle Ranch, Mango Habanero, and the return of fan favorites Korean BBQ and Honey BBQ, all for $19.99.

• Sandwich + Nuggets Meal for Two: For $15, customers can enjoy two sandwiches, a 10-piece serving of chicken nuggets, two sides, and two medium drinks.

• Five-Piece Chicken on the Bone Meal for Two: Five pieces of chicken, two sides, two drinks, and two biscuits, all for $15.

KFC Offers 50% Off Chicken Sandwiches Online as New Saucy Nuggets Heat Up the Menu

KFC also offers a 50% discount on chicken sandwiches ordered online through its website or app. However, prices and availability may vary by location.

KFC continues to live up to its “Finger-lickin’ good” tagline this summer, with its iconic fried chicken delivering more than just a crunch. The new Saucy Nuggets, available in flavors like Honey Garlic, Chipotle Ranch, and Mango Habanero, have added excitement to the menu. Fans are already buzzing about the return of beloved sauces like Korean BBQ and Honey BBQ.

For more information on KFC’s menu deals and new releases, visit the official website or follow KFC on Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter).