Forget the turkey, KFC is hoping you’ll let the Colonel handle Thanksgiving this year – with fried chicken, mashed potatoes, biscuits, and a gravy flight.
In a bold move to crash the most sacred of turkey holidays, KFC just rolled out its new Extra Crispy Festive Feast, and it’s got everything your carb-loving heart could want. For $25, you get eight pieces of crispy fried chicken, two sides of mashed potatoes, four biscuits, and a trio of gravies presented as a “flight“—because nothing says elegance like dipping chicken in three types of liquid fat.
The gravies include:
- Classic Brown Gravy
- White Peppercorn Gravy
- A brand-new Southwest Cheddar Gravy, which, let’s be honest, might just be queso in disguise.
The new meal is clearly aimed at those who aren’t in love with turkey. According to KFC, a recent poll found that 35% of Americans don’t actually like it, which feels about right when you remember how many people would rather douse dry turkey in cranberry sauce than admit it’s not that great. KFC is leaning into that sentiment and giving people a comforting, fried alternative that doesn’t require basting, carving, or pretending to enjoy stuffing.
Also, let’s not overlook the marketing genius of calling three little cups of gravy a “flight.” It’s the same word trendy bars use for samplers of craft beer or fancy espresso tastings. Except here, you’re not sniffing tannins—you’re dunking biscuits in cheddar sauce. And honestly? No complaints.
KFC’s been known to roll out stunts and limited-time offerings during the holidays before, but this one feels especially tailored for folks who’d rather spend the day relaxing than cooking. Whether you’re feeding a small group, planning a Friendsgiving, or just anti-turkey on principle, the Festive Feast gives you a break from tradition without sacrificing flavor.
Will it replace Grandma’s Thanksgiving dinner? Probably not. But it might save you from dry white meat and awkward family arguments about politics.
Just be sure to call it a gravy flight when you show up with it. It makes it sound fancier.