KFC Tenders Prices (2026)
KFC tenders prices have quietly become some of the menu’s best value plays. We pulled live DoorDash menus from Louisville KY and Dallas TX on Oct 20, 2026. Prices are DoorDash delivery prices — in-store unverified, typically 10–30% less. Tenders show up across combos, big boxes, buckets, and family meals — here is the full list, verified, with no guessing.
KFC tenders price list
| Item | Verified delivery price |
|---|---|
| Tenders Combo | $10.97–$12.19+ |
| 5 pc Tenders Big Box | $17.07–$18.29 |
| 8 pc Tenders Only | $23.17–$24.39+ |
| Build-a-Bucket 8 pc Tenders | $24.40 |
| Tenders Family Meals | $31.34–$33.66+ |
| Chicken & Tenders Feast | $36.60 |
| Go Bucket (Tender) | $4.26 |
| 2 pc Tenders Kids Meal | $6.94 |
Last checked: Oct 20, 2026
Combos vs big boxes: the honest comparison
The Tenders Combo at $10.97–$12.19+ gets you tenders, a side, and a drink. The 5 pc Tenders Big Box at $17.07–$18.29 steps up to five tenders with two sides and a drink — and at both stores it worked out cheaper per tender than buying two combos. If you are genuinely hungry, the Big Box is the better move. The Tenders Combo only wins if you want a smaller meal. For the big-group equivalents, our KFC buckets & family meals guide has the 8 pc buckets and feasts.
Tenders for a crowd
The 8 pc Tenders Only bucket at $23.17–$24.39+ is priced identically to the 8 pc chicken bucket — KFC does not charge you extra for going all-tender. Build-a-Bucket 8 pc Tenders is a flat $24.40 if you want to customize the mix. For families, the Tenders Family Meal at $31.34–$33.66+ was consistently $1–$2 cheaper than the chicken version at both stores, which makes tenders the smarter family order if your crew prefers them. The giant Chicken & Tenders Feast at $36.60 splits the difference for mixed appetites.
The $4.26 Go Bucket: tenders on a budget
The Tender Go Bucket at $4.26 is arguably the best value item at KFC — a couple of tenders in a compact portion at a price that has not moved at either store. It is cheaper than the KFC Snacker ($3.65+) only by a hair, but you get real tenders. Pair it with bottled water ($2.43–$3.04) instead of a fountain drink and you have the cheapest credible meal on the menu. More cheap eats across chains live on our value menus page.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a KFC Tenders Combo in 2026?
$10.97–$12.19+ on DoorDash delivery, from our Oct 20, 2026 check in Louisville KY and Dallas TX. It includes tenders, a side, and a drink.
How much is a 5 pc Tenders Big Box at KFC?
$17.07–$18.29 on delivery. It packs five tenders, two sides, and a drink — and it beats two Tenders Combos on per-tender cost.
How many tenders are in an 8 pc Tenders bucket?
Eight full-size tenders, verified at $23.17–$24.39+ on delivery. Same price as the 8 pc chicken bucket — no tender tax at KFC.
What is the difference between Tenders Combo and Tenders Big Box?
Combo: tenders with one side and a drink, $10.97–$12.19+. Big Box: five tenders with two sides and a drink, $17.07–$18.29. The Big Box is the better value if you are hungry.
How much is the KFC Tender Go Bucket?
$4.26, identical at both stores we checked. It is one of the cheapest items on the whole KFC menu and the best budget way to get tenders.
How much is a Tenders Family Meal at KFC?
$31.34–$33.66+ on delivery, with tenders, large sides, and drinks. It runs about $1–$2 less than the Chicken Family Meal.
Do KFC tenders come in the Kids Meal?
Yes — the 2 pc Tenders Kids Meal is $6.94 on delivery, same price as the 5 pc Nuggets Kids Meal.
Are KFC tenders available in buckets?
Yes: 8 pc Tenders Only at $23.17–$24.39+ and Build-a-Bucket 8 pc Tenders at $24.40, plus the Chicken & Tenders Feast at $36.60 for mixed groups.
Are KFC tender prices the same everywhere?
No. We saw real differences between Louisville and Dallas — the Tenders Combo, for example, spanned $10.97–$12.19+. KFC is a franchise system, so your store may land anywhere in or around these ranges.
Are tenders cheaper in-store than on DoorDash?
Usually, by about 10–30%. Every price here is a verified DoorDash delivery price; KFC publishes no in-store prices, so we cannot confirm counter figures.
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