Cracker Barrel has added three new chicken products to its menu: Crispy Tender Dippers, Signature Saucy Chicken Sandwich and Chicken n' Dumplin Soup.
The Crispy Tender Dippers, according to the company, offer a unique combination of Cracker Barrel's hand-breaded chicken, customizable sauces and comforting sides. Cracker Barrel guests can also heat things up this winter when they pair Crispy Tender Dippers with an all-new Nashville Hot sauce. Inspired by Cracker Barrel's Tennessee roots, this original and bold take on the classic Nashville Hot sauce is a perfectly flavor-packed complement to your meal.
"After the holiday hustle, there is nothing better than kicking back with some real, crave-worthy comfort food," said Sarah Moore, chief marketing officer for Cracker Barrel. "Our new Crispy Tender Dippers are the perfect way to enjoy our fan-favorite fried chicken tenders in a whole new way. And with our bold, new Nashville Hot sauce – our spicy twist on a Tennessee classic, inspired by 55 years of tradition – you can turn up the heat and bring some country-style warmth to those chilly winter days."
The Signature Saucy Chicken Sandwich features a hand breaded chicken breast served on a toasted buttermilk bun with pickles, mayo and a drizzle of one of Cracker Barrel's signature sauces – including Buttermilk Ranch, Honey Mustard, BBQ, Maple Chipotle, Carolina Gold BBQ and the new Nashville Hot sauce.
The Chicken n' Dumplin Soup is made with homestyle dumplings, shredded chicken, celery, carrots and onions in a savory broth.
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- Zaxbys is bringing back its Chicken Philly sandwich for a limited time. The sandwich was initially introduced to the market in 2023.
- KFC is introducing a hot new lineup of five bowls for a limited time: Nashville Hot Loaded Fries Bowl, Nashville Hot Mac & Cheese Bowl, Nashville Hot Famous Bowl, Mac & Cheese Bowl and Famous Bowl.
- Subway is adding the Baja Bliss Collection for a limited time. The sandwiches are available with chicken or freshly sliced turkey and made with Artisan Italian Bread, packed with fresh vegetables, topped with Subway's SubKrunch and finished with Baja Chipotle sauce.
- The Chicken Fajita Taco has returned to Whataburger. It features grilled chicken breast in a soft flour tortilla, complete with seared onions, poblano, and red peppers.
- In observance of National Law Enforcement and First Responder Day, on January 9, Huey Magoo’s will treat law enforcement, EMS and fire department members to a free 10-piece Tender Bites Meal with the purchase of a beverage.
