KFC reintroduces fan favorite menu item after 5 years hiatus, launches new dessert ahead of Mother's Day

KFC reintroduces chicken and waffles ahead of Mother's Day after five years. The combo, priced at $7, features a Liege-style waffle, fried chicken, and syrup.

Published on: Apr 29, 2025, 22:24:55 IST

By Shweta Kukreti

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KFC has brought back its old favourite menu item ahead of Mother's Day. It reintroduced chicken and waffles after keeping them away from its menu for five years.

KFC is also launching a new dessert called Strawberry & CreÁme Pie Poppers, which include a pie shell with a strawberry and cream filling.

On Monday, it included A Liege-style waffle, KFC fried chicken, and Mrs. Butterworth syrup in the combo, costing $7. However, the price of the combo depends on location.

“KFC sells hundreds of thousands of buckets of fried chicken each Mother’s Day, making it one of its most popular days of the year, the restaurant told McClatchy News, stressing that Mother's Day is one of the biggest day to sell its products.

Die-hard fans of KFC's chicken and waffles were disappointed when the items were pulled down from the menu for more than five years ago. While it's unknown if that move had any bearing on the restaurant's decision, some who were pining for more KFC chicken and waffles launched a petition to bring it back.

“We believe Chicken & Waffles is an American icon. Flavorful, juicy and freshly fried secret recipe chicken, paired with sweet, golden waffles and gooey syrup—it’s bold, it’s delicious, and it’s back on our menu just in time for Mother’s Day!” US KFC President Catherine Tan-Gillespie stated in a press release.

However, KFC will only be reintroducing their favorite meal for a limited period of time. The item will be available for a limited time and only while supplies last, a KFC representative told McClatchy News.

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KFC bringing back Strawberry & Créme Pie Poppers

KFC is also launching a new dessert called Strawberry & CreÁme Pie Poppers, which include a pie shell with a strawberry and cream filling.

Meanwhile, its competitor McDonald's is reportedly planning to make its new "McCrispy Strips"—chicken fingers—a permanent menu item at participating chains starting on May 5.

The chicken strips have become McDonald's first new regular menu item in four years.

According to a press release issued on April 24, the fingers will be served with a creamy chili sauce for dipping.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Shweta Kukreti
Shweta Kukreti has over 8 years of experience in covering Indian and world politics. She joined the Hindustan Times in 2024 and is primarily assigned to the US desk. She currently works as Deputy Chief Content Producer and reports on a wide range of topics, including US politics, immigration issues (especially H-1B visa) and major global events. Shweta strongly emphasizes team operations, which encompasses monitoring news, delegating tasks, editing, developing comprehensive coverage strategies, and crafting engaging, and data-informed narratives. She received the Digi Star Award at the Hindustan Times within a year of joining for her broad coverage of US politics. In 2025, she earned both a promotion and a redesignation, a significant achievement recognising her contributions and the strong value she brings to the team. She has previously worked with the Indian Express, HTDS, ANI and Republic World. Seniors in all the media organisations recognised her work. Regarding education, she earned a BA (Hons.) in Political Science and a master's degree from Delhi University, and she pursued a PG Diploma in English Journalism from the Indian Institution of Mass Communication (IIMC). She also holds a diploma in Women's Empowerment and Development from IGNOU University and a French certification course from Alliance Française de Delhi. If not working, you can find her exploring the hills and engaging in adventurous activities in Rishikesh and Himachal Pradesh. She loves to play badminton, volleyball, and chess, and spend time with her friends and family. She also enjoys spiritual activities.Read More

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