# Spicy Flatbread Tacos Taco Bell's New Chipotle Cheddar Chalupa is a Perfect Snack By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2021-12-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chipotle-cheddar-chalupa References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2021/12/22/taco-bell-introduces-new-chipotle-cheddar-chalupa/)  [Taco Bell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-street-chalupas-1) is giving its fan-favorite Chalupa a bit of an update with the debut of its new [Chipotle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-chipotle-chicken-flatbread) Cheddar Chalupa. For those unfamiliar, Taco Bell's Chalupa is essentially a fluffy flatbread taco shell filled with classic taco fixings. The new Chipotle Cheddar Chalupa features a cheesy flatbread shell filled with a Creamy Chipotle Sauce, along with your choice of seasoned beef, black beans, chicken, or steak. The tacos can be enjoyed on their own, or you can purchase a [Chipotle Cheddar Chalupa combo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chalupa-bell-bundle) that comes with two seasoned beef Chipotle Cheddar Chalupas, a Crunchy Taco, and a large fountain drink Just in time for Christmas, the new Chipotle Cheddar Chalupa is available from participating Taco Bell locations nationwide starting December 23, 2021, for a limited time. Image Credit: Taco Bell ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 - **Flatbread Tacos:** There is an opportunity for fast food companies to introduce new spicy flatbread tacos to their menus. - **Cheesy Flatbread Shells:** Food manufacturers can create and market their own cheesy flatbread shells to be used as taco shells at home. - **Customizable Fast Food:** Fast food companies can allow customers to fully customize their tacos with new flavors and toppings to stay ahead of the competition. ### Where This Applies - **Fast Food:** Fast food companies can explore creative and innovative ways to introduce new taco flavors and shell options. - **Food Manufacturing:** Food manufacturing companies can produce cheesy flatbread taco shells to be sold in grocery stores and online. - **Beverage:** Beverage companies can partner with fast food companies to provide unique and refreshing drink options to accompany the new spicy flatbread tacos. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Crispy Street-Style Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-street-chalupas-1.md) - [Grilled Cheese-Filled Flatbreads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-chipotle-chicken-flatbread.md) - [Toasted Cheddar Taco Shells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toasted-cheddar-street-chalupas.md) - [Street Food-Inspired QSR Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/street-chalupas.md) - [Blended Cheesy Streetfoods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-street-chalupas.md) - [Cheese-Layered Chicken Melts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taco-bell-3.md) - [Sandwich-Inspired Chalupas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-bacon-club-chalupa.md) - [Cheddar-Encrusted Taco Shells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheddar-crunch-tacos.md) - [Hot Tortilla Chip-Flavored Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-cool-ranch.md)