KFC Famous Bowl: Price, Calories, Nutrition & Homemade Recipe
The KFC Famous Bowl costs about $5.00 and has about 590 calories. It layers creamy mashed potatoes, sweet corn, crispy chicken nuggets, brown gravy and a three-cheese blend in one bowl. The Famous Bowl Combo adds a side and a drink for about $6.99. Prices and calories vary by location. Check the KFC app for your store’s exact figures.
Quick Answer
The KFC Famous Bowl costs about $5.00 and has about 590 calories. It layers creamy mashed potatoes, sweet corn, crispy chicken nuggets, brown gravy and a three-cheese blend in one bowl. The Famous Bowl Combo adds a side and a drink for about $6.99.
At a Glance
Famous Bowl
Calories: ~590
What you get: 1 bowl
Best for: Cheapest full single meal
Famous Bowl Combo
Calories: 590–880
What you get: Bowl + 1 side + 1 medium drink
Best for: Best value if you want a drink
| Famous Bowl | Famous Bowl Combo | |
|---|---|---|
| Representative price | $5.00 | $6.99 |
| Calories | ~590 | 590–880 |
| What you get | 1 bowl | Bowl + 1 side + 1 medium drink |
| Best for | Cheapest full single meal | Best value if you want a drink |
Prices vary by location. Calorie figures are from KFC’s nutrition guide; KFC menu pages have shown higher ranges: see the Calories section.
What Is in a KFC Famous Bowl?
The Famous Bowl has five layers, built in this order: creamy mashed potatoes, sweet corn, crispy chicken nuggets, rich brown gravy, and a three-cheese blend of cheddar, mozzarella and Monterey Jack. It is one of KFC’s best single-serving values, a full meal in one bowl, with no bun and no extra sides needed.
KFC Famous Bowl Price
| Item | Representative price |
|---|---|
| Famous Bowl (single) | $5.00 |
| Famous Bowl Combo | $6.99 |
How much is a Famous Bowl at KFC? About $5.00 for a single bowl at most US stores. Prices vary by location. One local store listing showed $6.49, so check the KFC app for your store’s exact price. The combo is the better value if you want a drink: for about $6.99 you get the bowl plus one side and one medium drink. Some listings show the combo at $7.99–$8.99 by location, so the combo price varies more than the single-bowl price.
KFC Famous Bowl Calories & Nutrition
The Famous Bowl has about 590 calories, per KFC’s nutrition guide, in a 510g bowl.
Full nutrition (per 510g bowl, from the KFC nutrition figures reported by kfmenu.com):
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 590 |
| Fat | 35g |
| Saturated fat | 7.9g |
| Trans fat | 1.1g |
| Cholesterol | 53mg |
| Sodium | 2,498mg (109% DV) |
| Carbohydrates | 79g |
| Fibre | 6.7g |
| Sugars | 6.4g |
| Protein | 29g |
| Potassium | 1,273mg |
Note on calories: KFC’s own pages disagree. The nutrition guide says 590 calories, while KFC menu pages have shown higher ranges (up to 840–1,120) depending on serving and location. Some sources report as high as 740. The 590 figure is the nutrition-guide figure. Check the KFC Nutrition Calculator for your store. KFC’s nutrition guide also lists slightly different macros for the same bowl (fat 23g, sodium 2,160mg, protein 31g, carbohydrates 67g, fibre 4g), so treat the table above as representative, not exact for every store. The sodium is high: 2,498mg is about 109% of the daily value, so this is an occasional meal, not an everyday one.
Famous Bowl vs Other KFC Bowls
| Bowl | Representative price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Famous Bowl | $5.00 | ~590 |
| Nashville Hot Famous Bowl | $5.00 | ~680 |
| Mac & Cheese Bowl | $5.00 | ~520 |
| Korean BBQ Mac & Cheese Bowl | $5.00 | ~530 |
| Korean BBQ Loaded Fries Bowl | $5.00 | ~770 |
| Nashville Hot Mac & Cheese Bowl | $5.00 | ~620 |
| Nashville Hot Loaded Fries Bowl | $5.00 | ~920 |
| Famous Bowl Combo | $6.99 | 590–880 |
| Nashville Hot Famous Bowl Combo | $6.99 | 680–1,170 |
| Mac & Cheese Bowl Combo | $6.99 | 520–810 |
| Pot Pie | $6.69 | ~720 |
| Pot Pie Combo | $7.19 | 720–1,010 |
Standalone bowls start at about $5.00; combos add a side and drink for about $6.99. The Famous Bowl is the cheapest full single meal on the KFC menu, and the Mac & Cheese Bowl is the lowest-calorie bowl at about 520 calories.
Spicy Famous Bowl (Nashville Hot)
Yes, there is a spicy Famous Bowl, the Nashville Hot Famous Bowl. It costs about $5.00 and has about 680 calories, and the combo is about $6.99 (680–1,170 calories). It is the same five layers as the classic bowl, with Nashville Hot heat. Pick the classic if you want the original flavour, and the Nashville Hot version if you like heat. At home, add a hot-sauce drizzle to a classic bowl for a quick spicy version.
Famous Bowl Combo: What’s Included?
The Famous Bowl Combo adds one side and one medium drink to the bowl, for about $6.99 (representative). The side can be fries, coleslaw, mashed potatoes or another regular side, and the drink is a medium fountain drink. Calories run 590–880 depending on the side and drink you choose. The combo is worth it when you want a drink. Buying the bowl, side and drink separately costs more.
Homemade KFC Famous Bowl (Copycat Recipe)
You can make the same bowl at home in 20–30 minutes. It serves 4.
Ingredients: 4 cups prepared mashed potatoes; 1 cup frozen corn, cooked; 26 oz frozen popcorn chicken; 1 cup prepared brown gravy; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.
Steps: 1. Warm the mashed potatoes, corn and gravy. 2. Cook the popcorn chicken. An air fryer keeps it crisp. 3. Build each bowl in layers: mashed potatoes, then corn, then chicken, then gravy, then cheese. 4. Serve hot, while the cheese is melting.
Homemade calories are about 836–920 per serving, an estimate that varies by the brands you use. Store leftovers with the parts kept separate in the fridge for 3–4 days, and reheat the chicken in an air fryer so it stays crisp.
The same layers baked in a dish make a Famous Bowl casserole, a popular homemade version for feeding a family.
Allergens & Dietary Notes
| Allergen | Present? |
|---|---|
| Egg | Yes |
| Milk | Yes |
| Soy | Yes |
| Wheat / gluten | Yes |
The Famous Bowl is not gluten-free and not vegetarian: it contains chicken, and wheat in the breading and gravy. KFC kitchens have shared prep areas and no dedicated allergen-free facility, so cross-contact is possible. For a lighter version, use grilled chicken, mashed cauliflower instead of potatoes, or less cheese and gravy.
Customisation & Ordering Tips
Ask in store for no corn, extra cheese or extra gravy. Whether a store allows it varies by location. Some stores let you swap nuggets for tenders. Order in the KFC app to see your store’s exact price before you go, and note that delivery on third-party apps can add $2–$5.
FAQs
1. How much is a Famous Bowl at KFC?
About $5.00 for a single bowl (representative US price). Some stores list $6.49. Prices vary by location.
2. How many calories are in a KFC Famous Bowl?
About 590 calories per KFC’s nutrition guide. KFC menu pages have shown higher ranges (up to 840–1,120) depending on serving and location.
3. What is in a KFC Famous Bowl?
Mashed potatoes, sweet corn, crispy chicken nuggets, brown gravy and a three-cheese blend (cheddar, mozzarella, Monterey Jack).
4. What is the KFC Famous Bowl combo price?
About $6.99 (representative). It adds one side and one medium drink. Some listings show $7.99–$8.99 by location.
5. Is there a spicy Famous Bowl?
Yes, the Nashville Hot Famous Bowl, about $5.00 and ~680 calories, with Nashville Hot heat. At home, add a hot-sauce drizzle.
6. Is the KFC Famous Bowl vegetarian or gluten-free?
No to both. It contains chicken and wheat (in the breading and gravy), plus milk, egg and soy.
7. Can I get a Famous Bowl without corn?
You can ask. Some stores allow it, but it varies by location.
8. How do I make a homemade KFC Famous Bowl?
Layer hot mashed potatoes, corn, cooked popcorn chicken, brown gravy and shredded cheddar in a bowl. Serves 4 in 20–30 minutes; about 836–920 calories per serving.
9. Is the Famous Bowl a casserole?
It is served as a single bowl, but the same layers baked in a dish make a Famous Bowl casserole, a popular homemade version for feeding a family.
10. Was the Famous Bowl discontinued?
No. It is still sold at US KFC stores. The Loaded Potato Bowl, bacon cheese sauce and green onions, was a limited-time item and is discontinued.
More KFC Bowls & Menus to Explore
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Sources & Last Updated
Prices and calories are representative US figures for 2026 and vary by location. Nutrition figures are from KFC’s Nutrition Calculator/Guide; where KFC’s own pages disagree, both figures are shown. Page updated 9 November 2026.
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