15-07-2025
KFC offering free buckets of chicken in new ‘comeback' plan — how to get yours
(WJW) – Fast food chain Kentucky Fried Chicken announced on Monday that it is giving away free buckets of chicken to mobile customers, kicking off what the fast food chain is calling its 'comeback era.'
Through its 'Free Bucket On Us' campaign, KFC is offering a free bucket of fried chicken with a $15 purchase for customers who download the KFC app and join the rewards program.
The deal can only be redeemed through the app or at participating locations, restaurant officials said in a press release.
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Aside from the deal, KFC is also introducing fried pickles to its menu along with the fan-favorite $7 Fill Ups on four meals, including Three-Piece Tenders, One-Piece Fried Chicken, Two-Piece Fried Chicken and Famous Bowl.
According to Fox Business, the announcements come after KFC reported a 1% decrease in U.S. same-store sales during the first quarter compared to last year.
Company officials said it is working to bring back KFC fans while competing with other popular fried chicken chains such as Chick-fil-A, which was named America's most satisfying fast food chain for the 11th straight year last month.
Other popular chicken chains include Popeyes and Raising Cane's.
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'We're well aware of the latest fried chicken rankings and I'm fired up to launch a bold Kentucky Fried Comeback and remind America exactly who we are. If people can give their ex a million second chances, I hope our fans can give us one,' said Catherine Tan-Gillespie, the president of KFC U.S. 'By listening to our customers and addressing feedback, we'll reclaim our rightful place in the fried chicken game we started. Come back and give us a shot—your first bucket's on us.'
Learn more about the campaign and how to score free chicken right here.
KFC, established in Louisville in 1952, has more than 30,000 restaurants across 150 countries and territories, the company said.
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