Major fast food chain is giving away 10,000 free fried chicken sandwiches - how to get one

The major chain is nearly brand-new in the UK, and is launching its impressive deal just weeks ahead of the three-year anniversary marking the day it crossed the pond

A major fast-food chain has announced plans to give away a whopping 10,000 free fried chicken sandwiches - and a free drink.

US restaurant chain Popeyes, which launched its first UK location on November 20, 2021, has launched its first official mobile app and is celebrating the moment with an enticing new deal. The app, which is officially free to download on iOS and Android, allows fans to browse and order their favourite sandwiches and wings to collect from a local Popeyes location.

Lucky customers can sign up for free food by simply downloading the app and registering, which will automatically enroll them in the prize draw. The 10,000 winners will be notified by November 4, and have just two weeks following to redeem a free Popeyes’ Chicken Sandwich, but those who aren't chosen can still bag a generous deal.

Popeyes has hailed the Chicken Sandwich as "the sandwich that broke the internet", due to popular demand, and the staple item sets back fans £8.78. For that price, customers get a chicken breast that has been marinated for 12 hours in a "signature blend of Louisiana herbs and spices", topped with mayo and fresh pickles, and sandwiched in a brioche bun.

David Carey, CTO of Popeyes UK, hailed the draw as a chance for the company to give back to the thousands of Britons who love the "internet-breaking" sandwich. He said: “Our Chicken Sandwich is our most famous item across our menus, loved by fried chicken fans worldwide and selling one in the UK every 3 seconds.

"With so much love for our internet-breaking sandwich, there is no better way to celebrate the launch of our new app than allowing our customers to get a taste of it, and a Coca-Cola, on us. It’s the fastest way to get your hands on a Chicken Sandwich, so don’t miss out on the taste everyone’s raving about.”

Fans who don't win a free meal can still save a significant amount thanks to a slew of offers Popeyes will run for weeks starting from early next month. People who download the app can receive an array of exclusive app discounts and prizes each week, starting with £5 off £15 from Monday, November 4.

As if the prize draw and deal weren't enough, Popeyes’ shining new app also has a Spinnin' & Winnin' game, which gives people the chance to "win with every spin". Fans who spin the wheel can win a free regular Chicken Sandwich, a free Breakfast Muffin or a free Signature Louisiana Biscuit, but they will need to spend £3 to get the chance to do so.