You can "Eat Mor Chikin" for FREE on Tuesday, July 10!
Chick-fil-A Is Giving Away Food on Tuesday, July 10!
Updated on Mar. 20, 2019
Cow Appreciation Day honors the iconic Eat Mor Chikin cows, Chick-fil-A’s amazing mascots and spokes-animals. From marking up billboards to starring in a “cowlendar,” the rebel cows make it known that we should eat more crispy chicken! The latest Cow Appreciation Day is happening on Tuesday at Chick-fil-A locations across the country.
Much as we love our Chick-fil-A copycat recipes, it’s a nice change of pace to eat out—and all the better when we’re talking free chicken!
Chick-fil-A Copycats
Grilled Pepper Jack Chicken SandwichesBasic, yet packed with flavor, this sandwich gets a kick from zesty cheese and savory bacon. It's a great meal for summer days. —Linda Foreman, Locust Grove, Oklahoma
Inspired By: Chick-fil-A Cobb SaladThis skinny version of Cobb salad has all the taste and creaminess with half the fat and calories. You can skip the coleslaw mix and use all lettuce, but I like the crunch you get with cabbage. —Taylor Kiser, Brandon, Florida
Fun fact: Did you know Chick-fil-A salad dressings are coming to their menu in 2023?
Inspired By: Chicken NuggetsI developed this recipe specifically to copycat Chick-fil-A chicken nuggets. The first time I made them I knew I had a winner because the whole family fought over who got the last one! For a dipping sauce, combine equal parts barbecue sauce and Dijon mustard, then stir in honey to taste. —Jeni Pittard, Statham, Georgia
Inspired By: Chick-Fil-A SauceThis fast, easy mustard with rice vinegar and honey has more flavor than any other honey mustard dressing I've ever tried. —Sharon Rehm, New Blaine, Arkansas
Inspired By: Fresh Brewed Sweet TeaA pinch of baking soda eliminates bitterness in this smooth and easy-to-sip tea and it has just the right amount of sugar so it's not overly sweet. —kelseylouise, Taste of Home Community Member
Inspired By: Chick-Fil-A Butter BiscuitYou can make biscuits any day of the week with this simple 3-ingredient buttermilk biscuits recipe.
Inspired By: Chicken Noodle Soup SideWhen I was sick, my mom would make me this heartwarming chicken noodle soup. It was soothing when I had a cold, but this soup is a bowlful of comfort on any chilly day. —Anthony Graham, Ottawa, lllinois
Grilled Chicken WrapProteins marinated in a zesty citrus dressing shine when stuffed into these grilled chicken wraps. Garnish them with flavorful toppings to make them stand out even more.
Microwave Egg SandwichIf you're looking for a grab-and-go breakfast for busy days, this high-protein sandwich is low in fat and keeps me full all morning. Plus, it's only about 200 calories! —Brenda Otto, Reedsburg, Wisconsin
Inspired By: Garlic and Herb Ranch SauceRanch dressing got its start on a real dude ranch in California. Punch up the western original with green salsa, green chiles, jalapenos and cilantro for more color and spice. Serve the dip along with your favorite wings to feed a crowd. —Lindsay Duke, Goodrich, Texas
Chicken StripsHere's how to deep-fry or bake crispy, golden chicken strips, plus tons of ideas for how to serve them.
Inspired By: Fresh-Squeezed LemonadeA friend suggested I add a sprig of rosemary to lemonade. The herb makes the drink taste fresh and light, and it's a pretty garnish. —Dixie Graham, Rancho Cucamonga, California
Loaded Waffle FriesMake any dinner fun with my Loaded Waffle Fries, topped with a savory blend of cheese, scallions and bacon. I copied this family-favorite recipe from a local restaurant, and it's great with hot dogs, burgers or by itself. —Jeffrey Viccone, Decatur, Illinois
Star-Spangled ParfaitsThe best time for this dessert is midsummer, when the blueberries are thick in our northern woods. Red raspberries can be added to the mixed berries, too, to brighten the patriotic colors. —Anne Theriault, Wellesley, Massachusetts
Strawberry MilkshakeGrab your spoon: this strawberry milkshake is thick, bright with strawberry flavor and infinitely customizable.
Asian Chicken SaladOur Asian chicken salad transforms the classic American chicken salad into a vibrant, Asian-inspired dish in just 25 minutes, combining familiar flavors with exciting textures and tastes.
Inspired By: 4 Chick-n-MinisMy 11-year-old son invented these sliders at dinner one night when he set his chicken on a biscuit. The rest of us tried it his way, and now we enjoy these sandwiches all the time. —Jodie Kolsan, Palm Coast, Florida
Spiced Pumpkin Coffee ShakesThe winter holidays are my favorite time of year, and this spiced pumpkin drink is one reason I love the season so much. If you don't have a coffee maker, it's OK to use instant coffee—just make it stronger. —Kathie Perez, East Peoria, Illinois
Inspired By: Barbeque SauceI've never cared that much for store bought barbecue sauce. I just like to make things myself from scratch including this spicy, deep red-brown sauce. You'll find it clings well when you slather it on grilled meat. —Helena Georgette Mann, Sacramento, California
Sausage Breakfast BurritoBreakfast routine in a rut? Shake things up with these speedy, savory wraps. —Brenda Spann, Granger, Indiana
Inspired By: Chick-fil-A Grilled Market SaladSweet, tangy and bursting with the fresh flavors of summer, this easy strawberry poppy seed salad is a gorgeous, versatile side dish to serve the second warm weather arrives.
Inspired By: Hash BrownsMaking stuffed hash browns is just as easy as making regular ones, but you get the added textures and flavors from the onion, pepper, cheese and bacon.
How to Get Free Chick-fil-A
From opening until 7 p.m., restaurant guests can Eat Mor Chikin, enjoying a free entrĂ©e on the house so long as they’re sporting a cow-inspired accessory or costume. The dress-up criteria are super simple, making this a great way to stretch the week’s grocery budget while squeezing in a bit of family fun. For your black-and-white efforts, kiddos will receive a free Kids’ Meal, with adults scoring a free entrĂ©e!
Cow Appreciation Day has soared in popularity, so expect a bit of a wait. We recommend arriving before 10:30 a.m., so you can score a free breakfast entrée before lunch lines start wrapping around the block.
Have your heart set on a sandwich for lunch or dinner? Plan to drop by in the afternoon. Chick-fil-A restaurant marketing director Bethany Ivey says that there’s usually a lull between 2 and 5 p.m, even on Cow Appreciation Day.
To keep Cow Appreciation Day running smoothly, the restaurant has made a few changes, most notably removing the salad entrĂ©e as a free lunch and dinner item. Not to worry health lovers; you can still enjoy the menu’s lighter side, with grilled nuggets or the Grilled Chicken Cool Wrap.
Do you know why Chick-fil-A employees say “my pleasure” instead of “you’re welcome”?
What to Wear
Ready to dress the part? It’s easy. Chick-fil-A’s Cow Appreciation Day details ask only that you wear “something cow-like” or “any sort of cow apparel.”
Whether dusting off an old Halloween costume or turning a plain white t-shirt into a moo-ving nod to bovine culture, the options are easy, economical and endless. (We know you’ve got at least one Sharpie and some construction paper lying around!)
While you’re at it, go udderly crazy with some repurposed eyeliner or that leftover tube of eye black from spring baseball season. Either will make a mighty convincing cow nose, without getting in the way of your Spicy Chicken Sandwich. For even more inspiration, you can check out Chick-fil-A’s roundup of last year’s top costumes.
Have fun with your herd on Tuesday! Don’t forget to grab some of Chick-fil-A’s famous sauce.
