Fried chicken is not only an American favorite, it’s also a comfort food. You can indulge in fried chicken on National Fried Chicken Day, which falls on Saturday, July 6, with deals on chicken, wings, and sandwiches.
Fried chicken is one of America’s favorite dishes, so it makes sense that there would be a National Fried Chicken Day – It will happen on Saturday, July 6th.
There are only a few foods that are better than fried chicken in the United States: hamburgers, French fries and grilled cheese sandwiches, according to a regularly updated YouGov list. Most popular American dishesFried chicken was 83% popular among Americans — tied with cheeseburgers — compared to hamburgers (85%) and French fries and grilled cheese (84% each).
There is no known origin for National Fried Chicken Day, says the National Day Calendar website, and there is no explanation at all. National Today websitealso.
Regardless, if you want to celebrate this artificial holiday on Saturday, many fast food places and restaurants are offering special deals and discounts to tempt you. Many will also be offering promotions later this month. National Chicken Fingers Day (July 27) National Chicken Wings Day (July 29).
Don’t forget to check out your favorite local restaurants’ social media accounts for National Fried Chicken Day deals, too.
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Burger King: Get a Free Sandwich on National Fried Chicken Day
In celebration of National Fried Chicken Day on Saturday, July 6, members of Burger King Royal Perks Loyalty Program You 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 treats for you.
KFC has teamed up with a pop culture-inspired merchandise site. lunch box On the new KFC collection including the KFC Bucket Bag ($79.90), Windbreaker (currently 20% off, $51.92), Reversible Chicken Bucket Hat (20% off, $23.12) and Waist Bag ($44.90). You can enter to win the entire collection at Box Lunch Site.
Plus, if you’re craving some KFC on National Fried Chicken Day, there are deals including 50% off chicken sandwiches (excluding the mini chicken sandwich; offer must be redeemed by clicking the appropriate banner before completing your purchase (valid on kfc.com And KFC App at participating locations).
KFC Rewards members can get a free two-piece Taste of KFC meal with any online purchase on Saturday, July 6. Other deals include a free 10-piece order of Saucy Nuggets with a purchase of $10 or more and a 50-piece order of nuggets for $25. All deals are available only on kfc.com And KFC App At participating locations (max 1 per transaction).
Popeyes Boneless Chicken Wings Free Offer
Members in Popeyes Rewards Loyalty Program Get a free 6-piece order of boneless wings with a $10 purchase through July 14 (valid on Popeyes.com or the Popeyes app only; also valid with Popeyes Delivery. Delivery terms and fees apply.)
The restaurant chain made boneless wings a permanent menu item on June 25; flavors include classic, honey lemon pepper, signature hot, honey barbecue, sweet and spicy, and roasted garlic parmesan.
The series also says that it was Use of robots Popeyes has launched a campaign on social media site X, formerly known as Twitter, to send thousands of tokens to those who spoke out against boneless wings after the chain added the dish to its menu. The tokens can be redeemed Saturday, July 6, for a free six-piece order of boneless wings with any purchase made on the Popeyes website or app.
More National Fried Chicken Day Deals
- Angry girls: The California-based fast-casual chain is offering a special on $3 mini sandwiches on Saturday, July 6, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Big cake: In honor of National Fried Chicken Day, get $3 off chicken sandwiches at this Northern Virginia chain. Options include Fricken Good, BYOC, and Shirlington Hot Fried Chicken Sammies.
- Bird call: The Denver-based restaurant chain — which has 14 restaurants in three states — will offer a $1 Original Chicken Sandwich all day Saturday, July 6, in-store. (Use promo code “ChickenDay”; limit is one sandwich per guest.)
- Punchon: The fast-casual Asian restaurant chain is adding a new item, the Korean Fried Chicken Bonchon Sandwich, to its regular menu on Saturday, July 6. The chicken breasts are served in a warm brioche bun, then fried twice to make them extra crispy and come with either soy sauce, garlic and spices or Korean barbecue sauce. They’re also served with coleslaw and French fries.
- Burger Fay: The burger chain is offering a buy-one-get-one-free fried chicken sandwich when you dine in Saturday, July 6. Frank’s Red Hot’s spicy buffalo wings are also available. Dessert options include a made-to-order Coca-Cola Freestyle made with vanilla frozen yogurt (available at participating locations).
- My famous chicken recipe: Just in time to celebrate National Fried Chicken Day, the chain is introducing a new Buffalo lineup including a Buffalo Chicken Sandwich, Buffalo Mac and Cheese Bowl and Buffalo Strips. Join us! Lee’s Famous Rewards Loyalty Program Get a free regular drink and earn reward points for every dollar you spend (available at participating locations).
- Jack in the box: New and existing members of the Jack Pack loyalty program can get a free chicken sandwich with a purchase of $1 or more. Options include Jack’s Spicy Chicken, Homestyle Ranch Chicken Club and Grilled Chicken Sandwich. To get the deal, sign up at Jack’s App Or on jackinthebox.com.
- Jollibee: Get two free pieces of Chickenjoy fried chicken with every 10-piece bucket ordered online from the Asian restaurant chain through July 10 (use code NFCD2024 at checkout).
- Crispy Crunchy Chicken: The chain is celebrating National Fried Chicken Day with limited-time specials on “Your Choice” combo deals starting at $5.99 including a Cajun chicken sandwich, three pieces or an order of three bone-in chicken pieces (each comes with potato wedges; offers valid at participating locations).
- Campero chicken: On National Fried Chicken Day, fast food chain Pollo Campero is offering its app users a $5 credit to use Friday through Sunday, July 5-7. You can also order the Pollo Campero Fourth of July Package (available through July 7), which includes 50 pieces of chicken, three sides, and 26 wraps or tortillas (order online; price varies by location).
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