8 KFC hacks for free and cheap food

KFC is one of our favourite fast-food chains. Why? Well, it's not only the tasty chicken that entices us but also the huge number of deals and food hacks they offer.

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If you're looking for free food, free delivery and, most importantly, free fried chicken, you're certainly in the right place. We've found the best KFC hacks for cheap and free food, so you don't have to.

We're not suggesting that you go to KFC every night of the week (remember, you have some healthy and cheaper options available), but if you are a fan, you should make the most of this guide.

So sit back, relax and drool at the thought of crazy combos you've never thought of – all the while taking care not to harm your bank balance. Even the thought of this is making us hungry.

KFC free food tips

Get ready to start saving money by learning these amazing KFC hacks:

1. Get free KFC with their app

   

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   Download the KFC app and you'll find the KFC Reward Arcade. Make a purchase over £3 through the app (or scan your QR code when ordering in-store) and you'll receive an invite to play and a chance to win free food.

   You can play a maximum of two times a day and you can win anything from free burgers to buckets.

   Sadly, you won't be able to get invites by scanning receipts anymore, nor will you get a reward for simply downloading the app.

2. Free KFC for students

   As a student, you'll want to get all of the freebies you can. So, don't miss out when you're ordering your next Boneless Banquet – you can redeem a free snack box at KFC when you spend £5 in-store. What a time to be alive!

   Sign up to Student Beans to redeem the discount when you next head into a branch of KFC. All you have to do is bring the student discount up and show them at the till, so make the most of it while you can and grab some tasty grub.

3. Free KFC delivery

   Just Eat and Deliveroo have previously offered KFC delivery for free (yes, you read that right), meaning you can be lazy and save money.

   Keep an eye on our deals section to find out when they're doing it, although beware that the food prices may be marked up and may cost more than in branch.

   We'll be promoting these offers when they're live on our Whatsapp channel and within our Facebook group, so make sure you're signed up. And, in the meantime, why not check out these great tips for getting free and cheap takeaways?

4. How to get the KFC secret menu

   

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   Secret combos are possibly our #1 favourite hack for great KFC like you've never tasted before.

   Never thought about mixing it up? Well, there's a first time for everything. Keep in mind you have to put these secret menu items together yourself.

   If you find any secret meals yourself, let us know so we can add them to the list. But, until then, try some of these secret menu combos:

   • 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).

5. Visit before 3pm on weekdays

   KFC now offers a lunch meal deal, every weekday until 3pm. For just over a fiver you can get yourself a main, side and drink for lunch.

   You can choose between a Fillet Burger or a Twister Wrap – both of which would cost you £5.99 alone at any other time of day. It comes with crisps or a cookie and a regular drink or bottle of water.

   At £5.49 you're effectively saving 50p and getting a side and drink thrown in for free. Pretty good deal if you ask us.

6. Bundle the Kentucky Savers menu

   KFC on a budget? You're in luck. KFC now offers a Savers menu, with some great savings on snacks and lunch deals.

   For just £2.99 you can choose between a Mini Fillet, a piece of Original Recipe chicken or Popcorn Chicken and it comes with fries. These Snack Boxes may not fill the hole if you're more of a Mighty Bucket-type person. But if you've got a smaller appetite or just fancy a snack, they're great value for money.

   And on top of that, you can even bundle them in with a Mini Wrap or Mini Fillet Burger and pay just £1 extra. That's basically getting yourself a Mini Wrap or Mini Burger for half the price – bargain!

7. More great KFC offers

   KFC often promotes crazy good offers, so keep an eye out for these.

   In the past, as well as their offer of £5.99 for a nine-piece bucket, they've included a Fillet Ricebox for £4 and a 10-piece bargain bucket for £12.99. These are often advertised online, on posters outside KFC branches and posted in our deals section by our eagle-eyed team.

   Previously, we've even seen KFC launch an 80-piece bucket of chicken for just £5.99. So, if you're after deals like this, stay up to date with our Facebook page.

   If, like us, you're a big fan of free chicken, check out our Nando's hacks guide.

8. Make your own KFC at home

   Okay, we know it sounds b-o-r-i-n-g, but making your own KFC at home doesn't have to be difficult or time-consuming. Grabbing a bag of nuggets/crispy chicken and some fries from the frozen aisle won't replicate the exact same KFC taste, but it'll satisfy your cravings for well under £5.

   And hey, maybe add some corn on the cob if you're feeling fancy, plus some BBQ sauce and mayo too. Or, if you're craving other takeaways but don't want to pay through the roof, you could always make your own at home.

Now that you've hacked the whole of the KFC menu with the best tips and tricks, take a look at our McDonald's hacks guide.