Publix Popcorn Chicken Hack You Must Try

If you live in, or at any time have visited Florida, you're probably quite aware of Publix Chicken. Not just the Publix popcorn chicken - the fried chicken and the delicious chicken tender sub, too. There's different things you can do to each to make your meal even better, today we're gonna focus on the Publix Popcorn Chicken, because it's on sale right now.

The reason I'm bringing this hack up now, is because the popcorn chicken meal is on sale for $6.49. You get the chicken, two sides, and the cornbread. You could opt for a roll instead, but trust me, get the cornbread. Florida is the south - get the cornbread. Ok, let's get to the hack, as told by Sarah Margaret.

You can grab the hot and ready Publix Popcorn Chicken, pass it to the person behind the counter, and they'll put whatever sauce you want on it. The real MVP's will put the chicken in a bag and shake it with the sauce, but that extra service probably depends on how busy they are. So that is for the hot and ready Publix Popcorn Chicken, I did mention that the meal was on sale. Well, check this out.

Sure, you could have Publix cover your popcorn chicken in sauce, but there's a reason I get it on the side. Be indecisive when you order and you can get more than one! You now have a popcorn chicken meal with 2 sides and cornbread with multiple dipping sauces for $6.49. And the absolute best part (if you needed more), is that they are generous on the sides. (At least they are at the Estero Publix). That one meal will feed you both. The only thing missing is the drinks, and if you have that at home, you are set. My girl had water, I went with a perfect Florida summertime drink - a tequila sunrise.

So there you have a Publix Popcorn Chicken hack, a way to make those little nuggets even better. And hey, at what fast food place are you gonna find a better deal that this? I'm cooking at home tonight, making pork chops and would you look at that - I still have some sauce left over! Pork chops with buffalo sauce.

Hope everyone is enjoying our Florida Summertime cold front! It was so nice, we had coffee outside this morning.

Getting your little, and not so little ones, ready for a new school year gets expensive. It's good to know some businesses feel your pain and want to offer some relief. Here are 5 places Southwest Florida kids eat free for back to school this week.

Who doesn't like to save money on dining out? Summer is a good time to do that in Fort Myers, Naples, Cape Coral and nearly everywhere else in Southwest Florida. Restaurants are known to have lots of specials to lure locals in during the traditionally slow time of year.

For back to school, some are offering free meals while others have half-off deals. You'll find some of both listed here. Most are for a limited time so don't wait until it's too late.

For savvy parents who like to dine out and save all year long, there are even more options. Some restaurants have kids deals on specific days of the week regardless of whether it is back to school time or not. Click here for more detials and a few helpful dining resources.

A quick word of caution. Some of these deals have stipulations and a few limitations. Be sure to read the fine print or ask in advance what the restrictions, if any, are. And when you're dining in, don't forget to tip a little extra for that freebie if it is a sit down establishment. Finally, take advantage of these free and half-off dining deals while they last.

This locally owned Naples restaurant has always focused on healthful eating. The owners also have kids, so they get it. If you purchase one entree, you'll get one free kids menu meal. This is for both lunch and dinner but dine in only. The deal runs now through September 30th so there is plenty of time to take advantage of the offer. The Local is on Pine Ridge Road

For the past 15 years Jason's Deli Eat Free promo for back to school has coincided with the tax-free school shopping weekend in Florida. However, for 2024 it has been all summer long to help families save money. The promotion runs through August. With an adult purchase and kids dine in or take out you get a free meal coupon to use for a future visit.

Wendy's is giving away a free kid's meal with the purchase of any combo meal now through September 2. Kid's Meals include either four-piece chicken nuggets, cheeseburger, or a hamburger, along with either Jr. French fries or apple slices on the side.  Here is a catch, you have to order through the Wendy's app which is free to download if you don't have it yet.