KFC’s Double Down Returns March 6 for Only Four Weeks
After a nearly 10-year hiatus, the iconic KFC® Double Down is back – and for those unsure about leaving behind the buns, KFC is also introducing a new Bacon & Cheese Chicken Sandwich
LOUISVILLE, Ky., March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — For the first time in nearly a decade, Kentucky Fried Chicken® is bringing back a menu item with a cult following like none other, the KFC Double Down Sandwich. The KFC Double Down drops at KFC restaurants nationwide on Monday, March 6 for only four weeks!*
KFC is also introducing a new, premium Bacon & Cheese Chicken Sandwich – a double-breaded, Extra Crispy™, 100 percent white meat filet, a slice of cheese, two pieces of hickory-smoked bacon, the Colonel’s real mayo and pickles on a freshly-toasted brioche bun, at participating restaurants for a limited time.
The iconic bun-less sandwich features two of KFC’s Extra Crispy, 100 percent white meat filets, two slices of cheese, two pieces of crispy, hickory-smoked bacon, with either the Colonel’s real mayo or spicy sauce. KFC originally debuted the Double Down in 2010, selling more than 10 million sandwiches in the first month and due to much hype and fanfare, the brand brought it back in April of 2014.
“The Double Down is one of the most buzzworthy fast food menu items ever,” said Nick Chavez, CMO, KFC U.S. “After nearly a decade of people begging for its return, we’re embracing the chaos, bringing back our most iconic sandwich ever for just four weeks.”
For those who aren’t so sure about embracing the “no bun” life, KFC is also introducing a new, premium Bacon & Cheese Chicken Sandwich – a double-breaded, Extra Crispy™, 100 percent white meat filet, a slice of cheese, two pieces of hickory-smoked bacon, the Colonel’s real mayo and pickles on a freshly-toasted brioche bun. The new Bacon & Cheese Chicken Sandwich will also be available at KFC starting March 6 for a limited time only.
“We realize leaving the buns behind isn’t for everyone, so our newest Bacon & Cheese Chicken…
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