# Snack-Sized Chicken Sandwiches KFC's Chicken Littles Serve as a Lighter Dinner Option By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-09-14 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-littles References: [brandeating](http://www.brandeating.com/2016/09/kfc-updates-chicken-littles-with-sesame-seed-bun.html) & [kfc](https://www.kfc.com/menu/sandwiches/chicken-littles) [KFC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saucy-chicken-sandwiches) recently updated its popular Chicken Littles to provide consumers with a [snack-sized meal option](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crispy-chicken-slider) that is just as flavorful as its larger chicken sandwiches. With a growing number of consumers opting for snacks and small plates instead of full-sized entrees, the Chicken Littles serve as a lighter menu option. While the Chicken Littles are not a new addition to the KFC menu, they recently received a slight update in the form of a sesame seed bun. Aside from the replacement of the plain buns, the rest of the sandwich still consists of a breaded chicken tender, mayo and pickles. For those with slightly bigger appetites, the chain is offering a $5 Fill-Up Box Combo that features two of the tiny chicken sandwiches, [mashed potatoes with gravy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upgraded-gravy-tower), a cookie and a medium drink. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 3% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Snack-sized Meals:** With a growing number of consumers opting for snacks and small plates, there is an opportunity for businesses to offer snack-sized versions of popular menu items. - **Lighter Menu Options:** As consumers look for healthier choices, there is a potential for businesses to create lighter versions of popular dishes or introduce new menu items with lower calorie counts. - **Convenience-focused Dining:** With the rise of on-the-go eating, businesses can tap into the trend by offering quick, grab-and-go meals that are easy for consumers to enjoy while they're on the move. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fast Food:** Fast food chains can capitalize on the trend by introducing snack-sized meals and lighter menu options to cater to the changing preferences of consumers. - **Food Packaging:** As the demand for convenient dining options increases, there is an opportunity for food packaging companies to create innovative and eco-friendly packaging solutions for snack-sized meals. - **Healthy Food:** With the growing focus on health-conscious choices, the healthy food industry can develop and promote snack-sized meals that are nutritious and satisfying. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Extra-Saucy Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saucy-chicken-sandwiches.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) - [Cranberry-Topped Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/festive-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Oversized Chicken Sandwich Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-sandwich-snuggler.md) - [Coleslaw-Topped Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-slaw-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Refreshing Summertime QSR Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanesestyle-summer-burgers.md) - [Lunch-Sized QSR Meal Deals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kfc-lunch-box.md) - [Barbecue-Inspired Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-bbq-fried-chicken-sandwich.md)