ST. LOUIS (KTVI) – Popeyes has expanded its menu by permanently offering new boneless wings nationwide. The decision to add boneless wings to its menu came after analyzing social media debates regarding skepticism about whether boneless wings are real wings.
Popeyes says there are over 63,000 tweets on X sharing a dislike for boneless wings. In a bid to win them over, Popeyes said it sent thousands of X users codes for free 6-piece boneless wings.
X users who receive a code must make a purchase on the Popeyes website or app only on July 6, National Fried Chicken Day, to obtain the free boneless wings.
The fast-food chain is also offering free 6-piece boneless wings with a $10 purchase to Popeyes Rewards members through Sunday, July 14.
The new boneless wings come in six flavors: classic, honey lemon pepper, signature hot, honey barbecue, sweet ‘n spicy and roasted garlic parmesan.
Popeyes says they hope giving away the boneless wings will turn skeptics into “boneless believers.”
The promotion may be welcome news for many Popeyes customers, who have seen inflation drive up prices over the past decade.
A recent report found that Popeyes (86%) trailed only McDonald’s (100%) when it came to the highest rate of inflation at U.S. fast food restaurants since 2014.
In June, McDonald’s revealed details of a $5 Meal Deal the fast food company designed to alleviate concerns over the rising prices.