KFC • Chicken Buckets & Pieces
Chicken Tenders (6-piece)
Larger portion of hand-breaded tenders
Typical U.S. price — actual prices vary by location, franchise, and ordering platform.
Menu Labeling & Nutrition Information
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Full nutrition information — including saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars, and fiber — is available upon request from the restaurant and in the official nutrition guide. Calorie counts shown are approximate and based on official restaurant nutrition data; values may vary by location, preparation, and portion size.
Everything You Need to Know About the Chicken Tenders (6-piece)
The Chicken Tenders (6-piece) is larger portion of hand-breaded tenders It comes in at 630 calories per 6 chicken tenders with 42g of protein, and is priced at $7.99 in the Chicken Buckets & Pieces section of the KFC menu — about 1.27 cents per 100 calories. KFC is a fast food chain with over 30,000 locations known for Original Recipe Chicken (8-piece Bucket), KFC Chicken Sandwich, Famous Bowl. Our KFC menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items.
How the Chicken Tenders (6-piece) compares to similar KFC items
| Item | Price | Calories | Price / 100 cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Tenders (6-piece) (this item) | $7.99 | 630 | 1.27 |
| 8-piece Chicken Bucket | $15.99 | 2280 | 0.70 |
| Extra Crispy Chicken (2 pc) | $6.99 | 570 | 1.23 |
| 2-piece Chicken Meal | $7.49 | 710 | 1.05 |
| 3-piece Chicken Meal | $9.49 | 1020 | 0.93 |
Average price in the Chicken Buckets & Pieces section: $10.58. This item is below the section average.
How the Chicken Tenders (6-piece) compares at other chains
Compare the Chicken Tenders (6-piece) across all chains →| Chain | Comparable item | Price | vs KFC |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | Chicken Tenders (6-piece) | $7.99 | — |
| Applebee's | Unlimited Chicken Tenders | $15.99 | $8.00 less |
| Arby's | Classic Chicken Sandwich | $4.99 | $3.00 more |
| Bojangles | Cajun Chicken Sandwich | $4.99 | $3.00 more |
| Boston Market | Quarter White Rotisserie Chicken Meal | $8.99 | $1.00 less |
Prices are approximate national averages from our menu tracking data.
KFC secret menu items
Famous Bowl Double Down · $8.99
Two chicken fillets used as buns with Famous Bowl fillings in between
How to order: Order two extra-crispy chicken fillets. Ask for sides of mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, and cheese. Assemble yourself.
Kentucky Fried Poutine · $6.99
Potato wedges topped with gravy, cheese curds, and popcorn chicken
How to order: Order large potato wedges, add side of gravy and shredded cheese, add side of popcorn chicken. Assemble as poutine.
Secret Recipe Fries · $3.49
French fries coated with Original Recipe herb and spice blend
How to order: Order a large fry and ask them to 'add Original Recipe seasoning.' Many locations keep the seasoning at the counter.
KFC Donut Sandwich · $6.99
A chicken fillet sandwiched between two glazed donuts — sweet and savory
How to order: Order a KFC Chicken Sandwich and ask for 'donuts instead of the bun.' Not all locations carry donuts, but some test markets do.
Dietary & allergen information
Is the Chicken Tenders (6-piece) good value at KFC?
At $7.99, the Chicken Tenders (6-piece) costs about 1.27 cents per 100 calories against a $10.58 average in the Chicken Buckets & Pieces section. Value depends on what you order alongside it — pair it with the cheapest KFC sides for the best total meal cost.
How to order the Chicken Tenders (6-piece) at KFC
The Chicken Tenders (6-piece) is available at KFC locations nationwide — dine-in, takeout, and in most markets delivery through the KFC app or third-party services. Order through the official KFC ordering page for pickup and delivery. Prices vary by location — check the current full KFC menu for the latest pricing.
Pro Tips for Ordering the Chicken Tenders (6-piece)
- 1Check current KFC deals — $5 Fill Up.
- 2Prices have trended +3.5% vs 2025 on our tracking — expect slight variation by location.
Tips compiled from customer reviews on Google, Yelp, Reddit, and our menu tracking data.
Payment & holiday hours
Accepted payment
- Credit & debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover)
- Cash
- Gift cards
- Apple Pay & Google Pay
Holiday closures
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Typical closures — individual locations may vary. Confirm locally before visiting.
Chicken Tenders (6-piece) prices by city (estimated)
Prices vary by location. Estimates for the KFC national-average pricing model:
- New York City: $17.90 (Estimated — urban premium operating costs — Original Recipe Chicken (8-piece Bucket))
- Los Angeles: $17.25 (Estimated — urban premium operating costs — Original Recipe Chicken (8-piece Bucket))
- Chicago: $16.30 (Estimated — higher operating costs — Original Recipe Chicken (8-piece Bucket))
- Houston: $15.35 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Original Recipe Chicken (8-piece Bucket))
- Atlanta: $15.65 (Estimated — on par with national average — Original Recipe Chicken (8-piece Bucket))
- Columbus: $15.05 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Original Recipe Chicken (8-piece Bucket))
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About KFC
KFC is a fast food chain with over 30,000 locations known for Original Recipe Chicken (8-piece Bucket), KFC Chicken Sandwich, Famous Bowl. Our KFC menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items. Browse full menu sections including chicken buckets & pieces, chicken sandwiches & wraps, famous bowls & pot pies, kfc wings menu. Current deals include $5 Fill Up.
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