# Italian-Inspired Chicken Dinners Boston Market's Newest Dish Features an Italian-American Twist By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-08-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boston-market References: [chewboom](http://www.chewboom.com/2016/08/05/new-rotisserie-chicken-marsala-coming-boston-market/) & [bostonmarket](https://www.bostonmarket.com/) The fast casual chain [Boston Market](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cordon-bleu-chicken) recently added Rotisserie Chicken Marsala to its extensive lineup of chicken dinner options. In recent years, nearly all chain restaurants have turned to international cuisine to find inspiration for dishes that will satisfy changing consumer taste preferences. This delicious roast chicken features a classic Italian ingredient for an exotic take on a popular dish. The new Rotisserie Chicken Marsala from Boston Market features the chain's signature [rotisserie-style chicken](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arbys-rotisserie-chicken) smothered in a rich sauce made from Italian Marsala wine. The chicken is also served with sautéed cremini and Portobello mushrooms and a side of freshly streamed vegetables. Available both in-stores and as a take-out option, the new dish allows customers to enjoy a [classic Italian-American dish](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ask-italian-spring-menu) without having to prepare anything from scratch. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **International Cuisine Fusions:** Restaurants are combining classic dishes with international flavors for a unique dining experience. - **Rotisserie Chicken Trend:** Restaurants are showcasing rotisserie-style chicken in new and innovative ways for menu expansion. - **Take-out Optimization:** Restaurants are optimizing take-out options to offer customers the convenience of enjoying restaurant-quality meals at home. ### Where This Applies - **Fast Casual Dining:** Fast casual dining industry is experimenting with new flavors to entice customers and expand their menu options. - **Poultry Industry:** Poultry industry is seeing an increase in demand as rotisserie style chicken becomes more popular in restaurant menus. - **Food Delivery:** Food delivery industry is seeing a surge in popularity due to the increased demand for take-out options from customers seeking convenience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cordon Bleu Chicken Dinners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cordon-bleu-chicken.md) - [Sweet Thai Rotisserie Chickens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-thai-garlic-sauce.md) - [Restaurant-Inspired Frozen Comfort Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boston-market-at-home.md) - [Flavorful Rotisserie Chicken Nuggets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rotisserie-nuggets.md) - [Italy-Inspired Restaurant Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfecto-menu.md) - [In-Restaurant Italian Offerings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maggianos-little-italy.md) - [Spicy Chicken Parmesan Macaronis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buffalo-chicken-parmesan-macaroni-and-cheese.md) - [Marinara-Topped Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/italian-royal-crispy-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Cheesy Parmesan Pasta Bakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-parmesan-1.md)