# Spicy Fried Chicken Sliders The New Buffalo Chicken Slider is Made for Snacking on the Go By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-06-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buffalo-chicken-slider References: [brandeating](http://www.brandeating.com/2016/05/arbys-adds-new-buffalo-chicken-slider.html) & [arbys](http://arbys.com/our-menu/limited-time-offers/buffalo-chicken-slider) Capitalizing on the growing demand for snack-sized dishes, Arby's has added a new Buffalo Chicken Slider to its existing line-up of pint-sized sandwiches. The new Buffalo Chicken Slider is a tiny sandwich featuring a crispy-fried chicken tender that has been coated in a spicy Buffalo sauce. The chicken tender is then topped with Parmesan Peppercorn Ranch and served on a fluffy white slider bun. The new sandwich is similar to to the Jr. Buffalo Chicken Sandwich that the chain offered several years ago. While the idea of a spicy chicken sandwich is not all that revolutionary, the smaller portion size is indicative of the ongoing demand for snack-sized menu options. This push for smaller options has been seen at a number of other fast food chains, including [Sonic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/early-fall-cravings), [Cinnabon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baker-baker-and-cinnabon) and [Del Taco](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allamerican-burgertaco). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 10% | 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Snack-sized Dishes:** The demand for smaller portion sizes presents an opportunity for innovative and convenient snack-sized menu options. - **Spicy Chicken Sandwiches:** The popularity of spicy chicken sandwiches creates a space for new flavors and bold combinations. - **Fast Food Customization:** The trend of customization in fast food allows for personalized snack-sized dishes tailored to individual preferences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fast Food Chains:** Fast food chains can capitalize on the demand for snack-sized dishes by introducing new menu items and leveraging customization options. - **Food and Beverage Packaging:** The increasing popularity of snack-sized dishes calls for innovative and convenient packaging solutions for easy on-the-go consumption. - **Spices and Seasonings:** The demand for spicy chicken sandwiches and bold flavors creates an opportunity for spices and seasonings companies to develop new products and expand their offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Snacking-Friendly Chicken Sliders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crispy-chicken-slider.md) - [Premium Slider Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birdcall.md) - [Boozy Pork Rib Sliders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bourbon-bbq-sliders.md) - [Spicy Pulled Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creamy-sriracha-pulled-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Saucy Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crave-hot-dogs-bbq.md) - [Onion Ring-Topped Sliders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-ranch-chicken-ring-slider.md) - [Limited-Edition Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burgerfi-buffalo-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Cheesy Chicken Sliders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-sliders.md) - [Ranch Dressing Slider Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-bacon-ranch-slider.md)