KFC fan favourite returns to menus for a limited time only

A beloved menu item is landing back at one particular fried chicken fast food chain for a limited time only.

A beloved menu item is landing back at one particular fried chicken fast food chain for a limited time only.

The Slab is returning to KFC just in time for Footy Finals more than two years since it was last on the menu.

The Slab features six pull-apart dinner rolls, with KFC’s signature Popcorn Chicken, cheese sauce and BBQ sauce.

It’s one of the biggest items to ever grace the KFC menu after it was first introduced in 2020.

Fried chicken fans will be able to get ahold of the item from September 3 to September 30.

It comes as a stand-alone or with a combo for one or two, both featuring chips and a drink.

The Slab is returning to KFC. Picture: Supplied

There is also The Slab Feast, which features selection of Original Recipe, Chicken Tenders, Chips and sauce on the side.

“We have been overwhelmed with requests from fans to bring this favourite back, so we are thrilled to announce that The Slab is available nationwide for the first time since 2022, just in time for the Footy Finals,” Tami Cunningham, KFC Australia’s chief marketing officer, said. “This fan favourite is perfect for sharing with friends or family, but get in quick, because it’s not going to be around forever.”

The first time The Slab was released, chicken lovers went mad for it.

“What the heck! This looks delicious! KFC is launching some excellent products as of late,” one said.

Another said: “It is worth it OMG I had it Saturday and it is soooooo nice I want more.”

It comes after it was revealed in July that KFC confirmed it is trialling a controversial new drive-through feature – just months after it was axed by a popular fast-food giant in the US.

Its main feature is popcorn chicken. Photo: Fergus Gregg

Five Sydney outlets are now using artificial intelligence (AI) to take customer orders at drive-through booths in a bid to “elevate the restaurant experience for both customers and team members”.

However, the chicken experts have insisted drivers can still request an employee take their order at the participating restaurants in South Penrith, Wetherill Park, Mt Druitt, Minto and Frenchs Forest.

“The new technology is being embraced by team members as it allows more time to prepare food and deliver a great experience for our customers,” a spokesperson for KFC Australia said.

“Importantly, this trial isn’t replacing any jobs. If customers want to speak to a team member at the drive-through instead, this option is always available.

“As we continue to test and refine this new technology, we are welcoming customer feedback.”