Taco Bell has teamed up with Zab’s Hot Sauce to create the new Zab’s Chicken Ranch Nacho Fries.
Nacho Fries are one of Taco Bell's most popular items and now the brand is putting a delicious twist on the classic dish. The new Zab’s Chicken Ranch Nacho Fries start with a serving of Taco Bell's seasoned fries, topped with slow-roasted chicken, a warm nacho cheese sauce, a three-cheese blend, and a drizzle of Zab’s Ranch. Zab’s Ranch is actually a brand-new Taco Bell-exclusive sauce that pairs the slow-building heat of Zab’s St. Augustine Style Sauce with Spicy Ranch sauce. The result is a spicy and creamy finish for a plate of flavor-loaded fries.
The new Zab’s Chicken Ranch Nacho Fries can be found as of April 16th at participating Taco Bell locations nationwide.
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