Fried chicken is among America’s favorite dishes, so it makes sense that it’s National Fried Chicken Day — and it’s happening on Saturday, July 6.
Only a few foods are preferred over fried chicken in the US: hamburgers, fries and grilled cheese sandwiches, according to YouGov’s regularly updated list of America’s most popular dishes. Fried chicken gained 83% popularity among Americans – tied with the cheeseburger – compared to the hamburger (at 85%) and fries and grilled cheese (at 84% each).
There is no known origin for National Fried Chicken Day, says the National Day Calendar page, and there is no explanation on the National Today page either.
Regardless, if you want to celebrate this established holiday on Saturday, many fast food outlets and restaurants have offers and special offers to tempt you. Many will also have promotions later this month for National Chicken Finger Day (July 27) and National Chicken Wing Day (July 29).
Don’t forget to check your favorite eateries’ social media accounts for National Fried Chicken Day deals.
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Burger King: Get a free sandwich on National Fried Chicken Day
For National Fried Chicken Day on Saturday, July 6, members of Burger King’s Royal Perks loyalty program can get a free Royal Crispy Chicken sandwich with a purchase of $5 or more.
Get KFC gear, plus deals on chicken nuggets and sandwiches
If National Fried Chicken Day automatically brings to mind KFC, the restaurant chain has some new stuff for you.
KFC teamed up with pop culture-themed merchandise site Boxlunch on a new KFC collection, including a KFC Bucket Crossbody Bag ($79.90), Windbreaker (currently 20% off, $51.92) , Reversible Chicken Bucket Hat (20% off, $23.12) and Fanny Packs ( $44.90 ). You can enter to win the entire collection on the BoxLunch website.
Also, if you’re craving some KFC on National Fried Chicken Day, there are deals including 50% off chicken sandwiches (excluding the small chicken sandwich; you must take advantage of the offer by clicking the applicable banner before making your purchase (e good at kfc.com and the KFC App in participating countries).
Members of the KFC Rewards loyalty program can receive a free 2-piece Taste of KFC meal with any online purchase on Saturday, July 6. Other offers include a free 10-piece order of Saucy Nuggets with purchases of $10 or more and a 50-piece order of nuggets for $25. All offers only on kfc.com and the KFC app in participating countries (limit 1 per transaction).
Popeyes Free Boneless Wings Deal
Popeyes Rewards loyalty program members can receive a free 6-piece order of boneless wings with a $10 purchase through July 14 (good only at Popeyes.com or the Popeyes app; also valid for delivery Popeyes. Delivery terms and fees apply.)
The restaurant chain made boneless wings a permanent menu item June 25; flavors include Classic, Honey Lemon Pepper, Signature Hot, Honey BBQ, Sweet ‘N Spicy and Roasted Garlic Parmesan.
The chain also says it used bots on social network X, formerly known as Twitter, to send thousands of tweets to those who spoke out against boneless wings after the chain added the dish to its menu. Codes can be redeemed on Saturday, July 6 for a free 6-piece order of Boneless Wings with any purchase made on the Popeies website or app.
More National Fried Chicken Day deals
- Angry Chickz: The California-based fast-casual restaurant chain has a $3 slider special on Saturday, July 6, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Large loaves: For National Fried Chicken Day, get $3 off chicken sandwiches at the Northern Virginia chain. Choices include Fricken Good Fried Chicken, BYOC and Shirlington Hot Fried Chicken Sammies.
- Bird calls: The Denver-founded chain — 14 restaurants in three states — will offer a $1 original chicken sandwich all day Saturday, July 6, in-store. (Use promo code “ChickenDay”; limit one per guest.)
- Bonchon: The fast-casual Asian fusion chain is adding a new item, the Bonchon Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich, to its permanent menu on Saturday, July 6. Served on a warm brioche bun, the chicken breast is fried twice to make it crispier and comes with soy garlic, spices or Korean BBQ sauce. Also served with coleslaw and fries.
- BurgerFi: The chain known for its burgers has a buy-one-get-one free fried chicken sandwich offer when you dine in on Saturday, July 6. Also available with Frank’s RedHot Buffalo Wings Hot Sauce. Dessert options include a Build Your Own Freestyle Coke made with vanilla frozen yogurt (available at participating locations).
- Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken: Just in time for National Fried Chicken Day, the chain has a new Buffalo Collection including a Buffalo Chicken Sandwich, Buffalo Mac and Cheese Bowl and Buffalo Strips. Join the Lee’s Famous Rewards loyalty program to receive a free regular drink and earn reward points for every $1 spent (available at participating locations).
- Jack in the box: Current and new members of the Jack Pack loyalty program can receive a free chicken sandwich with a purchase of $1 or more. Choices include Jack’s Spicy Chicken, Homestyle Ranch Chicken Club and Grilled Chicken Sandwich. To get the deal, sign up in the Jack app or at jackinthebox.com.
- Jollibee: Get two free Chickenjoy fried chicken pieces with every 10-piece bucket ordered online from the Asian restaurant chain through July 10 (use code NFCD2024 at checkout).
- Krunchy Krispy Chicken: The chain is celebrating National Fried Chicken Day with limited-time specials on “Your Choice” combos starting at $5.99 including the Cajun Chicken Sandwich, Three Tenders or an order of three-piece bone-in chicken ( each comes with a potato wedge; good deals at participating locations).
- Pollo Campero: For National Fried Chicken Day, the fast food chain is giving users of its app a $5 credit to use Friday through Sunday, July 5–7. You can also still order Pollo Campero’s Fourth of July Package (available through July 7). which comes with 50 pieces of chicken, three sides, 26 rolls or tortillas (order online; price varies by location).
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