As the sizzling summer days roll on, July 6, 2025, brings with it a finger-licking celebration across the United States: National Fried Chicken Day. This unofficial holiday has fast become a highlight for food lovers, with numerous fast-food chains and restaurants rolling out enticing deals, freebies, and special offers to honor one of America’s most beloved comfort foods.
Fried chicken’s roots trace back to Scottish immigrants who brought the dish to the southern United States, but over the decades, it has transcended regional boundaries to become a nationwide favorite. According to a recent YouGov survey, fried chicken ranks as one of the most popular American dishes, sharing an 83% popularity rating with hamburgers and grilled cheese sandwiches. Americans are consuming an estimated 103.7 pounds of chicken per person in 2025, marking a 34% increase since 2000, while red meat consumption has declined by 7%, according to the National Chicken Council.
With such widespread love for fried chicken, it’s no surprise that National Fried Chicken Day is met with enthusiasm by both consumers and restaurants alike. Many chains are offering mouth-watering deals, especially for members of their loyalty programs, while others extend discounts to all customers. Here’s a rundown of the top offers to look out for on and around July 6.
Burger King is dishing out a free Royal Crispy Chicken sandwich to members of its Royal Perks loyalty program who make a purchase of $1 or more on July 6. This sandwich features a crispy white meat chicken fillet, lettuce, tomato, and special sauce on a classic potato bun—a solid pick for anyone craving a classic chicken sandwich.
KFC has gone all out this year. From July 2 through July 6, customers ordering through KFC.com or the KFC app enjoy free delivery, making it easier than ever to get their fried chicken fix at home. Their recently launched $7 Fill Ups are also a steal, featuring options like Original Recipe Tenders, one or two pieces of fried chicken, or the Famous Bowl—a hearty mix of chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, corn, cheese, and gravy. Loyalty program members can unlock additional digital rewards during this period. To top things off, KFC is collaborating with Market Studios to release limited-edition merchandise including T-shirts, hoodies, caps, and shorts, available exclusively online while supplies last.
Popeyes is tempting taste buds with a three-piece Signature Chicken meal for just $5 on July 6. Their Rewards program members have even more to celebrate, as they can claim a free six-piece order of Spicy Bone-In Wings with the purchase of any wings order through July 22. This offer even applies to the $5 Signature Chicken deal, making it a perfect time for wing lovers to indulge.
Shake Shack is offering a free Chicken Shack sandwich—a chicken breast sandwich—with any $10 purchase, applicable online, via their app, or in stores. Customers can use the promo code CHICKENSUNDAY on July 6 and every Sunday throughout July for this limited-time offer.
Bojangles, celebrating its 48th birthday alongside National Fried Chicken Day, is giving away a free Bo’s Chicken Sandwich with a minimum $5 purchase from July 6 to July 11 at participating locations. To access this deal, customers must use the Bojangles app and mark a participating location as their favorite.
Birdcall, a Denver-based chain, is offering a $1 Original Chicken sandwich on July 6 in-store, with the promo code "ChickenDay". This deal is limited to one sandwich per guest, making it a tempting treat for those near their locations.
Jack in the Box is also joining the celebration by offering a free Cluck Chicken Sandwich with a $5 or more purchase on July 6.
Kroger has a special deal running from July 2 through July 8, selling its Home Chef eight-piece Fried Chicken for just $5.99. Shoppers need to use their Kroger Plus loyalty card to take advantage of this offer.
Bonchon is enticing customers with $5 off any purchase of $15 or more between July 4 and July 6 when ordering through their app or website using the promo code GET5OFF.
Other notable promotions include White Castle’s buy-one-get-one-free deal on their new Crispy Chicken Slider on July 6, redeemable with the code CRISPY, and Jollibee’s offer of two free pieces of their signature Chickenjoy with the purchase of a 10-piece bucket from July 4 through July 10 for members of their Rewards program.
Krispy Krunchy Chicken, often found in convenience stores and gas stations, offers a $5.99 Your Choice meal, which includes options like six-piece Chicken Nuggets, Cajun Chicken Sandwich, or three-piece Jumbo Tenders, each served with potato wedges. On National Fried Chicken Day, some social media followers will receive exclusive fan packs with gift cards and merchandise, as noted by CEO Jim Norberg.
Loyalty programs across various chains are sweetening the pot with freebies and exclusive offers. For example, Church’s Texas Chicken Real Rewards members can get a free two-piece Leg & Thigh order with any purchase on July 6, while El Pollo Loco’s Loco Rewards members who purchase a Chicken Meal or Family Chicken Meal on the day receive a free two-piece Leg & Thigh Meal for their next visit. Pollo Campero’s Campero Rewards members can claim a free fried chicken leg or thigh with any meal purchase on July 6 at participating locations, and Cracker Barrel Rewards members earn double pegs for dine-in or takeout orders on July 6.
For those who prefer a drink with their chicken, Tender Greens is offering a free drink with the purchase of any fried chicken plate, sandwich, or katsu bowl on National Fried Chicken Day.
Beyond July 6, chicken lovers can look forward to National Chicken Finger Day on July 27 and National Chicken Wing Day on July 29, ensuring the summer stays crispy and flavorful.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan of spicy bone-in wings, a lover of classic crispy sandwiches, or simply looking to enjoy a hearty meal with family and friends, National Fried Chicken Day 2025 offers plenty of reasons to celebrate. Just remember to check local participating locations and loyalty program requirements to make the most of these finger-licking deals. After all, when it comes to fried chicken, there’s never a wrong time to indulge.
