The Famous Bowl Meal
The KFC Famous Bowl is a popular menu item in the Philippines. It combines several delicious ingredients into one satisfying meal. It features creamy mashed potatoes topped with sweet corn, bite-sized crispy chicken, rich gravy, and a blend of melted cheeses. This bowl combines KFC’s most loved components, offering a comforting and hearty dining experience.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approximately 590 to 740 per serving, depending on preparation and serving size.
- Total Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 to 7.9 grams
- Cholesterol: 45 to 53 milligrams
- Sodium: 2,350 to 2,498 milligrams
- Total Carbohydrates: 79 to 81 grams
- Dietary Fiber: 6 to 6.7 grams
- Sugars: 2 to 6.4 grams
- Protein: 26 to 29 grams
Allergen Information:
The KFC Famous Bowl contains the following allergens:
- Gluten
- Milk
- Soy
- Wheat
- Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)
It does not contain eggs, fish, peanuts, shellfish, or tree nuts.
Portions and Prices:
The KFC Famous Bowl in the Philippines is available in different sizes to cater to varying appetites.
| Portion Size | Price (PHP) |
|---|
| Regular Bowl | 65 |
| Super Platter (Secret Menu Item) | 150 |
Note: Prices may vary by location and are subject to change.
Halal Certification:
KFC restaurants in Davao, General Santos (Gensan), Cagayan de Oro (CDO), and Zamboanga are Halal-certified, and the chicken supplied by San Miguel Corporation is certified. For other locations in the Philippines, it’s advisable to contact the specific KFC branch directly regarding its Halal status.
Calorie Counts:
- Regular Famous Bowl: Approximately 720 calories
- Snack Size Version: Approximately 270 calories
- Spicy Bowl: Approximately 710 calories
Note: Caloric content can vary based on preparation methods and specific ingredients used at different locations.
Ingredients:
The KFC Famous Bowl consists of:
- Mashed Potatoes: Made from potatoes, whey product (containing whey solids, nonfat milk, sodium caseinate), salt, mono and diglycerides, calcium stearoyl-2-lactylate, sodium bisulfate, natural flavors, natural colors, citric acid, and spice.
- Gravy: Contains enriched wheat flour, modified food starch, maltodextrin, chicken fat, palm and canola oils, salt, monosodium glutamate, dextrose, mono and diglycerides, hydrolyzed soy protein, caramel color, hydrolyzed corn protein, onion powder, natural flavors, disodium inosinate, disodium guanylate, spice, butter (cream), with not more than 2% silicon dioxide added as an anti-caking agent.
- Crispy Chicken Nuggets: Made from chicken containing up to a 25% solution of water, seasoning (soy protein concentrate, salt, modified food starch, rice starch, carrageenan, onion powder, dehydrated chicken broth, spice extractive), sodium phosphates. Breaded with enriched wheat flour, salt, rice flour, spices, wheat gluten, leavening agents, monosodium glutamate, corn starch, garlic powder, citric acid, maltodextrin, natural flavouring, sugar, corn syrup solids, gum arabic. Battered with water, enriched bleached wheat flour, modified food starch, modified wheat starch, rice flour, salt, garlic powder, dextrin, sodium caseinate, yeast extract, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, spices, leavening agents, mono and diglycerides, soy lecithin. Pre Dusted with enriched wheat flour, modified food starch, autolyzed yeast extract, salt, leavening agents, monosodium glutamate, garlic powder, spices, dehydrated chicken broth, maltodextrin, citric acid, sugar, natural flavouring, corn syrup solids. Bread set in vegetable oil.
- Sweet Kernel Corn: Corn
- Shredded Cheese Blend: Low moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese (cultured pasteurized part-skim milk, salt, enzymes), cheddar cheese (cultured pasteurized milk, salt, enzymes, annatto), pasteurized process Monterey Jack and American cheese with peppers (Monterey Jack and American cheese, cultured pasteurized milk, salt, enzymes; water; cream; sodium citrate; jalapeno peppers; salt; sodium phosphate; lactic acid; sorbic acid as preservative); anticaking agent.
Note: Ingredients may vary by location.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Conclusion:
The KFC Famous Bowl is a well-loved meal in the Philippines. In one bowl, it offers mashed potatoes, crispy chicken, gravy, cheese, and sweet corn. It is a convenient, filling, and flavorful option for those craving comfort food. However, it is high in calories, sodium, and fat, so it’s best enjoyed in moderation.
For those with dietary restrictions, checking allergens and Halal certification at specific KFC locations is essential. Whether looking for a quick lunch or a hearty snack, the Famous Bowl remains a favorite for many KFC fans.
