How Much Is a Chicken Bucket at KFC?
A Chicken Bucket costs $22.99 to $39.99 at KFC in 2026, depending on size: $22.99 for 8 pc., $31.99 for 12 pc. and $39.99 for 16 pc.
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How to Pay Less at KFC
- The $5 Fill Up is the best value KFC runs — a Famous Bowl, a cookie and a drink for the price of the bowl alone.
- A 12-piece bucket at $31.99 works out to $2.67 per piece against $2.87 for an 8-piece; above four people, always size up.
- A gallon of sweet tea at $5.99 costs less than two large drinks and is the cheapest way to cover a family meal.
- KFC Rewards gives points on every order with free items starting at low thresholds, and app-only bucket deals appear most weeks.
Chicken Bucket Price — FAQ
How much is a Chicken Bucket at KFC?
A Chicken Bucket costs $22.99 to $39.99 at KFC in 2026, depending on size: $22.99 for 8 pc., $31.99 for 12 pc. and $39.99 for 16 pc. That is the national average menu price, last checked August 24, 2026. Franchise owners set their own prices, so expect a little more at airport, city-centre and highway locations.
Which size of Chicken Bucket is the best value?
The 16 pc. — $39.99, or $2.50 a piece, against $2.87 a piece for the 8 pc.
Why does the Chicken Bucket cost more at my KFC?
Most KFC restaurants are run by franchisees who set their own prices, so the same item can differ by a dollar or more between neighbouring towns, and airport, stadium and highway locations charge the most. App and loyalty offers are usually cheaper than the menu board.