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# All-Natural Fried Chicken Sandwiches
Farmer Boys' Classic Fried Chicken Sandwich is Hormone-Free

By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2020-11-14 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-fried-chicken-sandwich
References: [fastfoodpost](https://www.fastfoodpost.com/farmer-boys-debuts-new-fried-chicken-sandwiches/) & [qsrmagazine](https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/farmer-boys-adds-new-fried-chicken-sandwiches-menu)

Farmer Boys is the latest brand to enter into the [chicken sandwich wars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-sandwich-menu) with the debut of its new Classic Fried Chicken Sandwich. And for those who like their chicken with an extra kick, the chain is also introducing a new Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich.

Both of [Farmer Boys'](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-cheese-box) new chicken sandwiches start with an all-natural chicken breast that's free of hormones and antibiotics. The chicken is double-dipped in a batter seasoned with paprika, onion, and garlic, before it's fried until golden brown. The Classic Fried Chicken Sandwich also features mayo and pickles on a brioche bun, while the Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich features a house-made Fiery Farmer’s Sauce on a brioche bun.

According to Farmer Boys, the new chicken sandwiches the farm-fresh taste the brand is known for, with a "nostalgic nod to homemade comfort food.”

Image Credit: Farmer Boys

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.5/10
- Popularity: 14% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 9%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Chicken Sandwich Wars:** Opportunity for fast food chains to innovate and differentiate themselves in the highly competitive chicken sandwich market.
- **All-natural Food:** Growing demand for all-natural, hormone-free food presents opportunities for companies to develop and market healthier options.
- **Homemade Comfort Food:** Potential for food businesses to tap into the nostalgia of homemade comfort food by creating menu items that evoke feelings of warmth and familiarity.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Fast Food Chains:** Fast food chains can leverage the chicken sandwich trend to attract customers and increase sales.
- **Food Manufacturing:** Opportunity for food manufacturing companies to develop and supply all-natural, hormone-free ingredients for food products.
- **Restaurant Industry:** Restaurants can tap into the demand for homemade comfort food by creating and promoting menu items that offer nostalgic appeal.

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