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Does KFC Have Gluten-Free Chicken? By Tiffany Betts June 7, 2025 9:39 am EST

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When it comes to KFC chicken, there are a few reasons why it's "Finger Lickin' Good." The "secret" spices in the chain's breading — such as basil, garlic salt, and ginger — and the chicken being pressure cooked are two big aspects that make KFC fried chicken so good . While poultry is certainly the restaurant's main attraction, you'll unfortunately have to skip the chicken if you have celiac disease or a gluten sensitivity because it's not gluten-free.

As you likely know, wheat and its derivatives — such as durum, graham, and semolina — are sources of gluten. KFC uses wheat flour as an ingredient in the breading for its Original and Ext

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