Chick-fil-A set to release new chicken sandwich

Chick-fil-A set to release new chicken sandwich

Chick-fil-A fans will get their chance at the eatery’s first twist on its original chicken sandwich later this month.

The Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich is coming to a Chick-fil-A near you. The sandwich will combine the taste of the classic original sandwich with a sweet and subtly spicy kick. It features an original Chick-fil-A filet, topped with custom-made creamy pimento cheese, mild pickled jalapeños and served on a warm, toasted bun drizzled with sweet honey.

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Customers can get the new sandwich Monday, Aug. 28, while supplies last, of course.

After the positive introduction of seasonal entrées like the Smokehouse BBQ Bacon Sandwich and Grilled Spicy Deluxe Sandwich, the Chick-fil-A team began exploring a new seasonal spin on its Original Chicken Sandwich – the first time ever to experiment with the fan-favorite.

Chick-fil-A Chef Stuart Tracy chose three ingredients for the new sandwich:

  • Pimento Cheese: Custom-made by Chick-fil-A, the combination of sharp cheddar cheese, green chilis and red pimentos work together to create a savory, melty spread atop the original Chick-fil-A filet.
  • Jalapeños: Never before used in a Chick-fil-A entrée and sourced especially for the brand’s menu item, the mildly pickled jalapeños deliver just enough heat to balance the sweet and salty flavors.
  • Honey: Sweet and smooth, the drizzle of honey on our warm toasted bun adds a subtly sweet flavor to tie everything together.

“We wanted to create a standout sandwich that would deliver a unique spin for our guests, without losing the classic taste of the Original Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich,” he said in a release. “The Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich uses ingredients and flavors our guests have never experienced at Chick-fil-A before, balancing savory, sweet and spicy elements using the highest quality ingredients. With our custom-made pimento cheese and specially sourced jalapeños, we hope to deliver a new and exciting sandwich our guests will love.”