KFC Chicken Tender

KFC Chicken Tender Price & Calories 2026

ByDean Michael

KFC Chicken Tender

KFC Chicken Tenders are made from 100% whole-muscle white meat chicken breast strips, double hand-breaded in KFC’s Original Recipe herbs and spices, and fried to a golden, crispy finish.
Includes 1 dipping sauce.

$2.49 170 Cal
KFC Chicken Tender
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Price Nutrition Allergen Ingredients Customization Pairing Veg/Vegan Availability Combos FAQs

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Nutrition

Menu Item

Calories

Total Fat

Saturated Fat

Trans Fat

Cholesterol

Sodium

Carbs

Fiber

Sugars

Added Sugars

Protein

KFC Tender

170

6g

0.5g

0g

30mg

400mg

20g

0g

0g

0g

11g

Explore: KFC Nutrition Facts

Allergen

Gluten Wheat Milk Egg MSG

KFC Chicken Tender is prepared in a shared kitchen. So, cross-contact with other allergens is possible.

Ingredients

  • Boneless, skinless chicken breast strip containing up to 25% solution of:
  • Water
  • Rice starch
  • Sodium phosphates (sodium tripolyphosphate, sodium acid pyrophosphate, sodium hexametaphosphate)
  • Salt
  • Monosodium glutamate (MSG)
  • High oleic sunflower oil

OR

  • Chicken breast tenderloins containing up to 20% solution of:
  • Water
  • Rice starch
  • Sodium phosphates
  • Salt
  • Monosodium glutamate (MSG)
  • High oleic sunflower oil

Breading Ingredients

  • Wheat flour
  • Salt
  • Spices
  • Monosodium glutamate (MSG)
  • Nonfat milk solids
  • Whey
  • Egg white solids
  • Garlic powder

Customization

KFC Chicken Tender doesn’t have much customization options. You only get a KFC sauce of your choice. However, there are 3pc, 4pc, 5pc tender combos options that you can upgrade to.

Top 10 Pairings

KFC 20 dollar Chicken and Nuggets Meal

Original recipe chicken

KFC 3pc Tenders Combo Deal

Extra Crispy Chicken

Mashed Potatoes with Gravy

Mashed Potatoes with gravy

KFC ColeSlaw

Coleslaw

KFC Honey BBQ Sauce

Honey BBQ Sauce

Famous Bowl Combo

Famous Bowl

Mac & Cheese

Mac & Cheese

KFC fries that are Secret Recipe Fries

Secret Recipe Fries

KFC Popcorn Chicken

Popcorn Chicken

Buffalo Ranch

KFC Ranch Sauce

Like this side? Try KFC Fries

Is It Vegetarian or Vegan?

Vegetarian: No. KFC Chicken Tenders are not vegetarian, as they are made from 100% boneless, skinless chicken breast.

Vegan: No. In addition to being chicken-based, the breading contains milk (nonfat milk solids, whey) and egg white solids, making it unsuitable for a vegan diet as well.

When Is It Available?

KFC Chicken Tender is a permanent menu item, available at breakfast, lunch, and dinner dayparts wherever KFC sides are served.

Best Value Combos Compared

Combo

Price

Fill Up Box

$20

Famous Bowl

$7.19

Taste of KFC 4 pc. Deal

$10

À la carte

2.99

Combo pricing varies by location — treat these as directional, not exact, and link out to the full KFC Menu with Prices page for current numbers.

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FAQs

Not exactly as “10 tenders” — but KFC’s current $10 Bucket of the Day promotion includes 8 hand-breaded chicken tenders with four dipping sauces, available every Thursday as part of a rotating weekday deal (other days feature nuggets, wings, or drums & thighs instead).

The 3 pc. Tenders Combo is priced around $10.49, which includes the tenders along with a biscuit, side, and drink. Ordering 3 tenders à la carte would run closer to $2.79 x 3 (roughly $8.37) before combo savings.

The Thursday $10 Bucket of the Day includes 8 hand-breaded chicken tenders, served with four dipping sauces.

KFC offers tenders in multiple portion sizes — single tenders, 3 pc., 4 pc., 5 pc., 8 pc., 12 pc., and 16 pc. combos or meals, depending on location and promotion.

Yes, KFC Chicken Tenders can be ordered à la carte as a single piece ($2.49) with one dipping sauce included, without requiring a combo or meal.

KFC Chicken Tenders are made from 100% whole-muscle chicken breast, double hand-breaded in Original Recipe herbs and spices — they’re widely regarded as a solid, crispy option, especially when paired with newer sauces like the KFC Comeback Sauce or Honey Chili Crisp.

KFC doesn’t run a standing 50% discount, but its $10 Tuesday/Bucket of the Day deals often work out to roughly 50% off compared to regular bucket pricing (e.g., an 8 pc. bucket normally priced at $19.99 for $10). Check the KFC app for rotating promo codes and location-specific offers.

The 4 pc. Tenders option is one of KFC’s combo sizes, typically available as a standalone order or bundled into combo meals with a side, biscuit, and drink — priced similarly to the 3 pc. and 5 pc. combo tiers.

The 5 pc. Tenders Combo is priced around $12.19, and includes 5 tenders, 2 dipping sauces, a side, a biscuit, and a medium drink.

Dean Michael is a food writer and restaurant industry professional specializing in fast food menus, pricing, and nutrition. With direct experience working in the food and restaurant sector, he brings verified, first-hand knowledge to every guide published on TheKFCMenu.com.

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