KFC brings back chicken and waffles, introduces new dessert

The fast food chicken chain announced April 28 it is bringing back the popular menu item for the first time in five years. The Chicken & Waffles features original recipe fried chicken paired with thick, golden brown waffles with pockets of pearl sugar paired with sweet syrup, the company said in a news release.

Additionally, KFC is introducing Strawberry & Créme Pie Poppers with strawberry and cream filling in a flaky crust as a new dessert option.

Both items are available beginning April 28, according to KFC, and the chain is offering deals for customers who want to try them:

• $7 Tenders and Waffle Box: Three juicy and crispy Original Recipe Tenders, a Liége-style waffle and Mrs. Butterworth’s syrup.
• $7 Two-Piece Fried Chicken and Waffle Box: Two pieces of juicy fried chicken (drum and thigh), in your choice of Original Recipe or Extra Crispy, a Liége-style waffle and Mrs. Butterworth’s syrup.
• $25 Chicken & Waffles Fan Favorites Box: Four pieces of fried chicken (or six tenders), 12 KFC Nuggets, four Liége-style waffles, two individual fries and your choice of four syrups or dipping sauces.
• Double points on Chicken & Waffles orders: Get double points on KFC.com or the KFC app when ordering the $7 or $25 Chicken & Waffles orders via KFC Rewards.
• BOGO 8-piece Chicken Bucket or 8-piece Tenders: New KFC Reward Members can snag this deal.
• $10 Tuesday with Tenders: On Tuesday only, choose from eight Original Recipe tenders, plus four dipping sauces or eight pieces of classic fried chicken for only $10.