‘World first' KFC item lands in Australia
A popular fried chicken brand has released a 'world first' for its Australian customers, after the original version quickly became a fan favourite.
KFC released its brand new Habanero Hot & Crispy range on Tuesday, April 22. It is the boneless chicken of the original, with a Habanero drizzle on top.
Australians will be the first to try the twist on the beloved item.
'Heat fiends, get ready to experience the ultimate Habanero High, because Aussie KFC fans are the first in the world to try Habanero Hot & Crispy,' a KFC spokesperson told news.com.au.
'Featuring our signature crispy breading and loaded with our latest blazing Habanero sauce, this full-throttle feed will set mouths and hearts ablaze.'
KFC has released a twist on Hot and Crispy. Picture: Supplied
It will only be available until June 2. Australians can get the Habanero Hot & Crispy in a three or six-piece snack, or as a combo with chips and a drink.
There is also the Habanero Hot & Crispy Boneless Variety Feast. It includes six-pieces of Habanero Hot & Crispy, six nuggets, four Original Tenders, potato and gravy, corn, a large chips and a drink.
KFC's Hot & Crispy Boneless chicken first made its debut on the menu in 2021. In 2022, it became a permanent addition to stores in New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania and South Australia.
States such as Queensland, Western Australia and Northern Territory already enjoyed Hot & Crispy chicken year-round.
Sally Spriggs, CMO at KFC Australia, said at the time: 'We're thrilled to be bringing back our fan-favourite Hot & Crispy Boneless.
It now has a Habanero sauce. Picture: Supplied
'Aussies went crazy for it when we introduced it for a limited- time in 2021. We knew we had to bring it back, and this time it will be a permanent menu item in some states.
'So you can head down to your local restaurant and treat yourself to some Hot & Crispy Boneless anytime of the year!'
KFC is always introducing limited edition items, introducing Zinger Nachos from February 25 to March 24. The item featured corn chips, a Zinger fillet, guacamole and tomato salsa, as well as nacho cheese sauce on top.
It could be purchased as a stand alone item or as part of a combo with chips and a drink.
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