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Sweet Fried Chicken Tacos

Del Taco's New Honey Mango Crispy Chicken Taco is Savory and Sweet

— January 17, 2021 — Lifestyle
Just when you thought fried chicken couldn't possibly get any better, Del Taco has rolled out a new Honey Mango Crispy Chicken lineup, which includes tantalizing new dishes like the Honey Mango Crispy Chicken Taco.

Del Taco's new Honey Mango Crispy Chicken takes crispy fried chicken and pairs it with a new honey mango sauce for the ultimate sweet and savory mashup. As Del Taco’s Chief Marketing Officer Tim Hackbardt explains "Our new Honey Mango sauce will remind crispy chicken fans of that sweet and sour sauce they grew up with, but with a Del Taco flavor twist."

The new chicken combo can be enjoyed in many ways, including in the form of the Honey Mango Crispy Chicken Taco, which wraps crispy chicken strips, lettuce, grated cheddar cheese, and Honey Mango Sauce all up in a warm flour tortilla. Fans can also enjoy the new Honey Mango 3 PC. Crispy Chicken & Churros Box and Epic Honey Mango Crispy Chicken & Bacon Burrito.

Image Credit: Del Taco
Trend Themes
1. Sweet and Savory Mashup - The trend of combining contrasting flavors in food can inspire the creation of new sweet and salty dishes.
2. Sauce Innovation - The trend of experimenting with unique sauces and condiments can lead to the creation of new and exciting flavor combinations.
3. Creative Fast-food Offerings - The trend of fast-food chains offering unique and creative menu items can attract new customers and increase revenue.
Industry Implications
1. Fast Food - The fast-food industry can leverage the trend of creative menu offerings to keep customers interested and expand their customer base.
2. Food Service - The food service industry can capitalize on the trend of sauce innovation by developing new and unique condiments to enhance their dishes.
3. Food Retail - The food retail industry can tap into the trend of sweet and savory mashups by offering more pre-packaged foods that combine contrasting flavors.
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