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KFC tweeted the news on Monday that it will work with Beyond Meat to create the plant-based fried chicken.

\"It's confusing, but it's also delicious,\" KFC wrote.

The new fare will be available on Tuesday while supplies last at KFC locations in the Atlanta area.

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