# Korean-Inspired Chicken Pizzas KFC's Newest 'Chizza' Takes Flavor Cues from Traditional Bulgogi By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-05-31 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chizza References: [en.rocketnews24](http://en.rocketnews24.com/2017/05/30/kfc-chizza-returns-to-japan-with-all-new-korean-twist/) & [prtimes.jp](https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000022127.html) Following the release of its first-ever 'Chizza,' KFC is introducing a flavorful new food hybrid. KFC's Chizza uses a round piece of fried chicken as a replacement for pizza crust, which is served with a variety of regular pizza toppings. While the first Chizza introduced a rather classic mix of marinara sauce, meat and mozzarella, the newest Chizza takes its culinary inspiration from Korea. The all-new Chizza flavor takes cues from a traditional Korean dish called bulgogi. As such, the fried chicken pizza is loaded with portions of beef, chicken, spinach, mayonnaise and a generous amount of melted cheese to make it a true pizza. The experimental pizza-inspired chicken product will only be available from KFC in Japan as long as supply permits. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 - **Food Hybrids:** There is an opportunity for experimentation with unique food hybrids to create new tastes and textures. - **Global Flavor Influences:** Incorporating traditional dishes from different cultures into fast food menus can offer unique and exciting flavor experiences. - **Alternative Pizza Crusts:** Exploring alternative options for pizza crusts, such as using fried chicken, can attract attention and interest in the product. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fast Food:** Fast food chains can experiment with unique food creations to attract customers and stand out in a crowded market. - **Restaurant:** Restaurants can incorporate global flavors into their menus to offer unique dining experiences and attract diverse customers. - **Food Manufacturing:** Food manufacturers can create alternative crust options for pizza to offer variety and cater to different dietary needs or preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fried Chicken Burger Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fried-chicken-burger-pizza.md) - [Chicken Sandwich Chain Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chickfila-pizza-pie.md) - [Cheesy Chicken-Filled Pizza Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deep-dish-pizza-bowl.md) - [Cheesy Indian Chicken Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dominos-pizza-3.md) - [Korean BBQ-Inspired Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/korean-bbq-steak-pizza.md) - [Japanese Cuisine Frozen Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicago-town-deep-dish-katsu-chicken.md) - [Extra-Cheesy QSR Menu Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kfc-menu-items.md) - [Molten Cheese Hand Pies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-cheese-pie.md) - [Peppery Fried Chicken Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-hot-chicken.md)