# Bacon-Packed Fried Chicken Sandwiches The KFC Bacon Lovers Sandwich is Arriving in Canada By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-05-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-lovers-sandwich References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2021/05/15/kfc-launches-new-bacon-lovers-sandwich-in-canada/) & [kfc](https://www.kfc.ca) The KFC Bacon Lovers Sandwich is a new menu item arriving at the [QSR](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turkey-baconized-zinger) brand's Canada locations to offer patrons a satisfying sandwich that doesn't skimp when it comes to indulgent ingredients. The sandwich starts off with a buttermilk-marinated extra crispy chicken fillet that has been hand-breaded before being layered with four crispy strips of bacon. The sandwich is then finished with Canadian Monterey Jack Cheese and a creamy baconnaise, all served on a potato bun. The KFC Bacon Lovers Sandwich is priced at $9.79 in Canada and could help to bolster the [return of bacon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buffalo-wild-wings-bacon-menu) as a favorite amongst avid foodies alike. The mix of textures within the sandwich makes it ideal for those seeking out an indulgent option that creamy and satisfying. Image Credit: KFC ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Indulgent Fast Food:** Opportunity to create more indulgent fast food sandwiches by adding unconventional ingredients like bacon. - **Return of Bacon:** Bacon is making a comeback as a favorite ingredient amongst avid foodies, leaving room to innovate and explore new ways of incorporating this salty treat into dishes and menus. - **Textured Sandwiches:** There is an opportunity to create more interesting sandwich experiences by combining different textures, such as crispy chicken, bacon, and creamy sauces. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fast Food Industry:** The fast food industry can continue to innovate by adding unconventional ingredients to create more indulgent menu items. - **Culinary Industry:** Innovation within the culinary industry can come in the form of exploring new ways to utilize popular ingredients like bacon in dishes and menus. - **Restaurant Industry:** Restaurants can stand out and attract customers by offering interesting sandwich experiences that combine different textures and flavors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gravy-Packed Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gravy-lovers-sandwich.md) - [Double-Breaded Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-cheese-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Sauce-Slathered Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kfc-bbq-lovers.md) - [Meta QSR Bacon-Topped Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turkey-baconized-zinger.md) - [Sauce-Smothered Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saucy-sandwich.md) - [Barbecue-Inspired Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-bbq-fried-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Crispy Onion Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crispy-onion-ring-sandwich.md) - [Extra-Saucy Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saucy-chicken-sandwiches.md) - [Bacon-Topped Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-blt-sandwiches.md)