New KFC “Double Down” dumps the bun
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Sometimes a sandwich is so big, so tasty and so thick that those carb-loaded bookends we call buns just aren’t necessary.
More business news
- Carter's gets sued after saying it would restate earnings
- New gay publication to start
- Home sales up in Atlanta, U.S.
- Gas prices higher elsewhere
- Historic crib recall Tuesday
- Coca-Cola Co. news
- Delta Air Lines news, links
- Health Care Reform coverage
- Read Henry Unger's Biz Beat blog
- Read Thomas Oliver's Sunday Business column
That’s the premise behind Kentucky Fried Chicken’s latest calorie-laden creation: the Double Down Chicken Sandwich, two chicken fillets hugging cheeses, bacon and sauce, sans the bun.
KFC hasn’t released actual caloric counts, but has told media outlets such as the Huffington Post that it estimates the sandwich to weigh in at roughly 600 calories. The Vancouver Sun, however, estimates the Double Down at nearly double that number, with 1,228 calories.
KFC has made more than one headline this year with new products. Untold numbers of consumers flocked to the chain earlier this year hoping to get a free taste of KFC’s new grilled chicken. But Georgians shouldn’t rush to a nearby KFC for this bird, however, as it’s only being tested in parts of Nebraska and Rhode Island.
No word on whether the Double Down will be offered with two grilled fillets, instead.
Inside AJC.COM
594 pounds lost
Photos: Check out the before and afters of seven metro Atlantans who have successfully lost weight.
2009 Turkeys of the Year
We’ve narrowed down a large flock of candidates to six. Cast your vote for this year’s biggest turkey.
Weekend Away
Send in your pics! This week has South Beach, Murphy, N.C., Athens and more. Where did you go?
Can you see the change?
What's altered in the two photos? See how you score when you play the Find 5 challenge!
Best soup in Atlanta
Here are the Top 5 places you voted as the yummiest place to grab a bowl of delicious soup. Vote!
Private Quarters
This English Tudor style home is one of the unique properties in the gated golf community, Echelon.
.JPG)
-1.JPG)
Services »
