KFC Has an All-New $5 Bowl—Plus, 3 Returning Fan Favorites

The Louisville-based chain is ringing in the new year on a hot note.

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KFC is known for its crispy fried chicken made with 11 herbs and spices—but that’s not all the fast food chain has to offer. Over the last year, it has gone above and beyond, expanding the menu with irresistible items such as Saucy Nuggets, revamped Original Recipe Tenders, and fruit-filled desserts. In addition, KFC launched several $5 meal deals and added more budget-friendly family meals to the menu, giving us even more reason to swing by the drive-thru.

Now, KFC is kicking off the new year by adding five flavorful bowl-style meals to the lineup—all for just $5.

KFC’s Nashville Hot Bowl Meals

The Louisville-based chain recently announced it is bringing back its beloved Nashville hot sauce. To celebrate, it's launching a variety of bowls that feature this fan-favorite sauce. In addition, customers can add the fiery condiment to other menu items such as fried chicken, sandwiches, nuggets, and tenders, while supplies last.

KFC launched its first Famous Bowl in 2006, which included mashed potatoes, corn, gravy, cheese, and crispy chicken. The loaded bowls were such a hit that the restaurant added variations to its menu, including the Mac & Cheese Bowl in 2019, and the Smash’d Potato Bowl, which debuted early last year.

This year's new lineup sees the return of the Mac & Cheese Bowl and the Famous Bowl, alongside a brand new Nashville Hot Loaded Fries Bowl, a Korean BBQ Bowl, and fun variations on its returning bowls:

  • New Nashville Hot Loaded Fries Bowl: KFC’s crispy fries are topped with all the flavors typically found in a Nashville Chicken Sandwich. Creamy coleslaw, zesty pickles, and five Original Recipe Chicken nuggets drenched in hot sauce give this meal a bold and satisfying taste.

  • Nashville Hot Mac & Cheese Bowl: Those who love KFC’s ultra creamy macaroni and cheese can opt for this spicy protein-forward version, featuring nuggets coated in Nashville hot sauce and garnished with a sprinkle of shredded cheese.

  • Nashville Hot Famous Bowl: The iconic bowl but with a fiery twist. This meal has all the classic ingredients of the Famous Bowl but is topped with Nashville hot chicken nuggets.

  • Korean BBQ Bowl and Loaded Fries: This option is a digital exclusive, meaning fans will have to order online or in the KFC app to access these choices. Guests can order a Loaded Fries Bowl or Mac & Cheese Bowl but rather than Nashville hot sauce, the nuggets will be coated in sweet and savory Korean BBQ sauce.

The KFC Nashville Hot Bowls are now available at locations nationwide but only for a limited time so be sure to catch up with the Colonel before they’re gone. 

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