# Fried Chicken Taco Shells KFC Philippines' Chako Combines a Crunchy Corn Shell with Fried Chicken By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2019-05-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chako References: [geekspin.co](https://geekspin.co/kfc-chako-taco-fried-chicken/) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/BxPTTqLFFQ8/) Hot on the heels of the new Chicken Slider Taco in Japan and the Chachos in Canada, [KFC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-quesadilla) is now serving up a new dish called the 'Chako'' in the Philippines. Another unique take on Mexican cuisine, the new dish is described as "No shell. All chicken." Earlier this month, KFC Philippines introduced the Chaco. In true KFC style, the dish consists of a taco shell made from a fried chicken filet. Inside the crunchy shell, the taco is filled with shredded lettuce, corn, salsa, cheese, and taco-spiced mayo. The new dish is available on its own or as part of a Fully-Loaded meal that combines fried chicken and spaghetti. While KFC is no stranger to over-the-top foods, its latest offerings have primarily been takes on [popular Mexican dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taco-bell-crispy-chicken-menu). Image Credit: *KFC Philippines.* ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Fried Chicken Taco Shells:** Opportunity for restaurants to create unique menu items by combining different cuisines. - **Mexican-inspired Fast Food:** Growing demand for Mexican flavors and innovative twists on classic dishes. - **Over-the-top Food Experiences:** Increasing popularity of extreme food creations that push culinary boundaries. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fast Food:** Fast food chains can explore fusion cuisine and creative menu items to attract adventurous eaters. - **Restaurant:** Restaurants can leverage Mexican-inspired dishes and unique food combinations to differentiate themselves in the market. - **Food and Beverage:** Food and beverage companies can innovate by creating new products that offer unexpected flavor combinations and distinctive eating experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Frozen Stuffed Taco Shells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crispy-chicken-shell-tacos.md) - [Fried Chicken-Packed Quesadillas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-quesadilla.md) - [Queso-Drizzled Chicken Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/queso-fried-chicken-taco.md) - [Crispy Chicken-Filled Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cantina-crispy-chicken-tacos.md) - [Pinapple Chicken Fried Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-al-pastor-street-chalupas.md) - [Cheddar-Encrusted Taco Shells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheddar-crunch-tacos.md) - [Crunchy Crispy Chicken Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cantina-crispy-chicken-tacos.md) - [Pizza-Inspired Fried Chicken](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-kfc-chizza.md) - [Tiny Fried Chicken Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-fried-chicken-taco.md)