$16.45 | 2616 kJ
The KFC 3 Pieces Combo Hot & Crispy™ is a straightforward meal for one person who prefers the spicy, crunchy chicken over the classic Original Recipe.
This combo is focused purely on the Hot & Crispy chicken and a side.
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| Item | Quantity | Description |
| Hot & Crispy™ Chicken | 3 Pieces | Bone-in chicken coated in a spicy, crispy breading that gives it a satisfying crunch and heat. |
| Sides | Regular Chips | A standard serve of seasoned chips. |
| Drink | Regular Drink | A regular-sized soft drink (e.g., Pepsi Max, Pepsi). |
💰 Price
The price is competitive for a meal containing three large pieces of bone-in chicken.
- Estimated Price: The KFC 3 Pieces Combo Hot & Crispy™ is typically priced around AUD $14.95 to $16.45.
📊 Nutritional Information (Total Meal)
The following table reflects the approximate nutritional values for the entire 3 Pieces Combo Hot & Crispy™ meal (assuming Pepsi Max is the chosen drink):
| Nutrient | Total Meal Content | % Daily Intake (DI) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 2,626 kJ | ≈30% |
| Protein | ≈31.2 g | ≈62% |
| Total Fat | ≈36.5 g | ≈52% |
| Saturated Fat | ≈4.3 g | ≈18% |
| Carbohydrate | ≈64.1 g | ≈21% |
| Sugars | ≈0.8 g | – |
| Sodium | ≈1,465 mg | ≈64% |
🚫 Ingredients and Allergens
The “Hot & Crispy” coating will feature a different blend of spices and breading compared to the Original Recipe.
📜 Key Ingredients
- Hot & Crispy™ Chicken: Chicken, fortified wheat flour, spices (including chilli/cayenne), salt, monosodium glutamate (MSG). The coating typically uses a coarser crumb than Original Recipe for the ‘crispy’ texture.
- Chips: Potato, seasoning (contains wheat starch, salt, MSG).
🚨 Major Allergen List
The 3 Pieces Combo Hot & Crispy™ contains the following major allergens:
| Allergen | Presence in Meal |
| Gluten / Wheat | ✅ (Chicken coating, chips seasoning) |
| Milk | (May be present in chicken coating/predust) ✅ |
| Egg | (May be present in chicken coating) ✅ |
| Soy | ✅ (May be present in oils, flour, and seasonings) |
| Celery | (Likely in chicken seasoning extracts) ✅ |
| Sulphites | ✅ (Likely in chicken seasonings) |
❓ 5 FAQs
1. Does the 3 Pieces Combo Hot & Crispy™ include Potato & Gravy?
No. The term “Combo” typically includes only 3 Pieces of Chicken, Regular Chips, and a Regular Drink.5 If you want Potato & Gravy or a Dinner Roll, you should purchase the 3 Piece Box and pay the fee to swap the Original Recipe chicken for Hot & Crispy.
2. Can I choose the specific chicken pieces (e.g., all thighs)?
No. KFC typically serves the three pieces of chicken as a mixture of parts (thigh, drumstick, wing, or breast) to ensure fair distribution and consistent meal delivery. Specific piece requests are generally not guaranteed for combos.
3. How much spicier is Hot & Crispy™ compared to Original Recipe?
Hot & Crispy™ is noticeably spicier than the Original Recipe. It includes chilli/cayenne pepper in the coating and marinade, providing a mild to medium heat level with a satisfying crispness that the Original Recipe lacks.
4. Can I get a different drink size or type in the combo?
Yes. You can typically upgrade the Regular Drink to a Large Drink for an additional fee. You can also choose from the available fountain drinks (Pepsi, Pepsi Max, 7UP, etc.) or sometimes bottled water or juice.
5. Why is the total Kilojoule count lower than the 3 Piece Box?
The 3 Pieces Combo Hot & Crispy™ (2,626 kJ) has a significantly lower energy count than the 3 Piece Box (4,928 kJ) because the combo does not include the high-energy Potato & Gravy and the Dinner Roll.
