If you are a major KFC fanatic, then here are the best eight hacks to get some great discounts, deals, and even some of the fast-food restaurants’ offerings for free
If KFC is your go-to guilty pleasure, then you need to try out these hacks. From great discounts and deals, to entirely free meals, these eight tricks are complete game-changers for any fried chicken fans out there. Everyone needs to treat themselves every now and then – and KFC is one of the most popular fast-food chains in the UK for a reason.
If you’re concerned about budgeting but still salivating over the thought of some deliciously crunchy fried chicken for tea this week – with some sides of course – then these hacks will help satisfy your cravings, all while keeping your bank balance intact.
The first hack offers you a daily opportunity to possibly win yourself some free food, and it couldn’t be simpler: all you have to do is download the official KFC app. When you spend £3 on snacks using the app you get the chance to play the KFC Reward Arcade.
You can win a wide range of delicious KFC offerings in the game, but you can only play twice a day. You can also use this hack in-store, by simply scanning the QR code – now cross your fingers and hope to win a bucket.
Next up, if you’re at home and fancy a takeout, you have the option of getting a decent discount on your order. Whether you don’t have the energy to go and grab your food from your local KFC, or the weather is too dreary to contemplate going outside, you can save yourself a couple of pounds by keeping an eye out on free delivery deals through JustEat and Deliveroo. Save the Student reports that sometimes the price of the food itself can be higher on the delivery apps than it is in the store, so it’s worth weighing up how lazy you are feeling against this potential price markup.
The third essential hack to know about if you’re a regular at KFC is their ‘secret menu’. You have to assemble the items yourself, but it’s well worth it to try out some new flavours and combos. Save the Student reports that these are some of the best combos available on the secret menu:
- “Hot Wings and BBQ sauce (Sticky BBQ wings)
- “Mayo Twister Wrap and fries (Gyros)
- “Flamin’ Mini Wrap and Southern Rice (Spicy Chicken Burrito)
- “Fries, gravy, two slices of cheese and Popcorn Chicken (Poutine)”
This next hack is perfect for your next lunch break, a special lunchtime meal deal will score you a main, side, and drink for only five quid – the main is already at a discount at £5.49, so the side and drink are totally free. Your options for the lunchtime meal deals are a Twister Wrap or a Fillet Burger when it comes to the main – but you need to grab your food before 3 pm to get this deal, and it only runs Monday-Friday.
If you’re feeling hungry, but not that hungry then bundling the Saver menu might well be the way to go. You can grab Popcorn Chicken, a Mini Fillet, or a piece of Original Recipe chicken – along with some fries – for just £2.99. If that isn’t enough to satiate your growling stomach, here’s where the bundle comes in: add a Mini Burger or Mini Wrap at half price for just an extra quid.
This one is just for students: spend £5 in-store and unlock a free snack box on top through studentbeans.com – you will have to show your student discount when you order and pay.
Pretty regularly, KFC puts on some incredible offers, giving you massive discounts – so for this hack, you are going to need to keep your eyes open. Look out for posters outside your local KFC branch and on their website for incredible deals when they come up.
Finally, if you’re trying to avoid buying a takeaway but you are desperate for a chicken treat – you can always cook your own at home. While it might not be quite as tasty as your favourite meals from KFC, you can still enjoy a low-effort, pretty delicious meal of chicken and chips at home by simply visiting the frozen aisle the next time you’re in the supermarket.
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