Popcorn chicken prices by size
Popcorn chicken is sold in two sizes on its own, plus a box meal and a kids' box. The table shows the typical restaurant price, what delivery apps charged and the kcal.
Popcorn chicken
| Menu item | In restaurant (est.) | Delivery apps | Restaurant range (est.) | kcal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Popcorn Chicken | ≈ £5.01 | £6.49 (+30%) | £5.01 – £5.16 | 307 |
| Large Popcorn Chicken | ≈ £6.55 | £8.49 (+30%) | £6.55 – £6.71 | 478 |
| Popcorn Chicken Box Meal | ≈ £8.87 | £11.49 (+30%) | £8.87 – £9.02 | — |
| Kids' Box: Popcorn Chicken | ≈ £4.62 | £5.99 (+30%) | £4.62 | — |
The step from regular to large is £1.54 for about 56% more food, so the large is the better buy if you are hungry.
Regular vs large: which is better value?
Popcorn sizes compared
| Size | In restaurant (est.) | kcal | Protein | Per 100 kcal | Per 10 g protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Popcorn Chicken | £5.01 | 307 | 18 g | £1.63 | £2.78 |
| Large Popcorn Chicken | £6.55 | 478 | 28 g | £1.37 | £2.34 |
Per kcal and per gram of protein the large wins. For a light snack, though, a regular with 307 kcal is one of the smaller chicken orders on the menu.
Popcorn chicken vs tenders and Drip'd Bites
If you want boneless chicken, popcorn is not the only option. A single tender costs £2.15, and Drip'd Bites — small pieces in Kansas BBQ or sweet chilli sauce — are £3.08.
Boneless chicken compared
| Menu item | In restaurant (est.) | Delivery apps | Restaurant range (est.) | kcal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Popcorn Chicken | ≈ £5.01 | £6.49 (+30%) | £5.01 – £5.16 | 307 |
| Large Popcorn Chicken | ≈ £6.55 | £8.49 (+30%) | £6.55 – £6.71 | 478 |
| Tender (1 pc) | ≈ £2.15 | £2.79 (+30%) | £2.15 – £2.31 | 125 |
| Kansas BBQ Drip'd Bites | ≈ £3.08 | £3.99 (+30%) | £3.08 | 301 |
| Sweet Chilli Drip'd Bites | ≈ £3.08 | £3.99 (+30%) | £3.08 | 348 |
Per gram of protein, tenders are the leanest of the three. Popcorn has the most crunch, and the large tub is the best value per pound. More: all KFC chicken prices.
Popcorn Chicken Box Meal and kids' box
The Popcorn Chicken Box Meal costs £8.87 and is the cheapest box meal on the menu. For children, the Kids' Box with popcorn costs £4.62, the same as the burger and tender versions. Box meal details: KFC box meals.
Dips for popcorn chicken
Every dip costs £0.73. The lightest are Sweet Teriyaki (52 kcal) and Texas BBQ (70 kcal); Honey Mustard (194 kcal) adds the most.
Dips
| Menu item | In restaurant (est.) | Delivery apps | Restaurant range (est.) | kcal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Original Sauce dip | ≈ £0.73 | £0.95 (+30%) | £0.73 | 158 |
| Supercharger dip | ≈ £0.73 | £0.95 (+30%) | £0.73 | 189 |
| Texas BBQ dip | ≈ £0.73 | £0.95 (+30%) | £0.73 | 70 |
| Jalapeño Ranch dip | ≈ £0.73 | £0.95 (+30%) | £0.73 | 155 |
| Sweet Teriyaki dip | ≈ £0.73 | £0.95 (+30%) | £0.73 | 52 |
| Honey Mustard dip | ≈ £0.73 | £0.95 (+30%) | £0.73 | 194 |
| Garlic Parm dip | ≈ £0.73 | £0.95 (+30%) | £0.73 | 193 |
Price by town
From £5.01 in London to £5.16 in Reading for a regular — KFC UK keeps the price almost national.
Regular Popcorn Chicken price by city
| # | City | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | London | £5.01 |
| 2 | Birmingham | £5.01 |
| 3 | Glasgow | £5.01 |
| 4 | Sheffield | £5.01 |
| 5 | Bristol | £5.01 |
| 6 | Newcastle upon Tyne | £5.01 |
| 7 | Nottingham | £5.01 |
| 8 | Leicester | £5.01 |
| 9 | Coventry | £5.01 |
| 10 | Bradford | £5.01 |
| 11 | Southampton | £5.01 |
| 12 | Portsmouth | £5.01 |
| 13 | Brighton & Hove | £5.01 |
| 14 | Norwich | £5.01 |
| 15 | York | £5.01 |
| 16 | Hull | £5.01 |
| 17 | Stoke-on-Trent | £5.01 |
| 18 | Derby | £5.01 |
| 19 | Exeter | £5.01 |
| 20 | Bournemouth | £5.01 |
| 21 | Edinburgh | £5.01 |
| 22 | Aberdeen | £5.01 |
| 23 | Dundee | £5.01 |
| 24 | Cardiff | £5.01 |
| 25 | Swansea | £5.01 |
| 26 | Belfast | £5.01 |
| 27 | Middlesbrough | £5.01 |
| 28 | Luton | £5.01 |
| 29 | Leeds | £5.09 |
| 30 | Liverpool | £5.09 |
| 31 | Plymouth | £5.09 |
| 32 | Oxford | £5.09 |
| 33 | Sunderland | £5.09 |
| 34 | Manchester | £5.16 |
| 35 | Reading | £5.16 |
Popcorn chicken kcal and allergens
A regular portion has 307 kcal and 18 g of protein. KFC UK lists Gluten (wheat), Celery as allergens. Full values per portion:
Regular Popcorn Chicken nutrition information
| Per portion | Amount | % RI |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 1,283 kJ / 307 kcal | 15% |
| Fat | 18 g | 26% |
| of which saturates | 1.8 g | 9% |
| Carbohydrate | 18 g | 7% |
| of which sugars | 0.5 g | 1% |
| Protein | 18 g | 36% |
| Salt | 1.3 g | 22% |
Contains: Gluten (wheat), Celery. Recipes and suppliers can change — always check the allergen information in the restaurant or the KFC app if you have an allergy.
Check other items: KFC allergen menu.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is popcorn chicken at KFC UK?
About £5.01 for a regular and £6.55 for a large at a typical UK restaurant. On delivery apps: £6.49 and £8.49.
How much is a large popcorn chicken?
About £6.55 — £1.54 more than a regular, for 171 more kcal.
How many kcal are in KFC popcorn chicken?
KFC UK lists 307 kcal for a regular and 478 kcal for a large portion, before any dip.
How much protein is in popcorn chicken?
18 g in a regular and 28 g in a large.
Is the large popcorn chicken better value?
Yes: the large costs £1.37 per 100 kcal against £1.63 for the regular, and £2.34 per 10 g of protein against £2.78.
How much is the Popcorn Chicken Box Meal?
About £8.87 in a typical restaurant.
Is there popcorn chicken for kids?
Yes — the Kids' Box with Popcorn Chicken, about £4.62.
What allergens are in KFC's popcorn chicken?
KFC UK lists Gluten (wheat), Celery. It is not suitable for coeliacs.