Kentucky Fried Chicken announced its "comeback" era with a new menu item and a promotion that could get you free chicken.

Well, in the summer of 2025, KFC is leaning on its expertise in all things "fried" and applying it to the pickles normally found dressing its chicken sandwiches. Wait, KFC launched as a franchise in 1952, and now, 73 years later, it's finally frying up ...

Facing competition from both established brands and upstarts like Dave’s Hot Chicken, the Yum Brands-owned chain is leaning into its origin story. KFC is calling Colonel Sanders back into service as the ailing restaurant brand navigates what it calls a “Kentucky Fried comeback.

The Louisville-based chain has notice a dip in customers visiting their restaurants and to entice them to come back, they are offering some pretty sweet deals.

With the name "Kentucky Fried Chicken," you'd think the chain wouldn't serve any grilled variants. However, KFC has a grilled chicken history worth exploring.