# Saucy Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ Just Debuted a New Buffalo Chicken Sandwich By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2023-03-26 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crave-hot-dogs-bbq References: [restaurantnews](https://www.restaurantnews.com/turn-up-the-heat-with-crave-hot-dogs-amp-bbqs-latest-lto-the-buffalo-chicken-sandwich-031623/)  [Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specialty-hot-dog-menu) is a growing fast casual concept and now its posited to become even more popular with its exciting new offering: the [Buffalo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buffalo-buttermilk-sandwich) Chicken Sandwich. Chicken sandwiches are still immensely popular among consumers and Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ's new offering provides consumers with a delicious new take on the dish. The new Buffalo Chicken Sandwich starts with a pair of [crispy chicken tenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crispy-tender-dippers) coated in tangy and saucy buffalo sauce. The chicken is then topped with sliced pickles, a drizzle of ranch dressing, and served on a warm brioche bun. In short, it's the perfect combination of savory, spicy, and sweet flavors. This must-try menu items is available for a limited time starting in April. Image Credit: Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 15% - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches:** The continued popularity of chicken sandwiches presents an opportunity for fast casual restaurants to differentiate themselves with unique flavors and toppings. - **Limited Time Offerings:** Creating buzz around limited time menu items is an effective way to drive traffic to restaurants and generate excitement among consumers. - **Flavor Innovation:** Experimenting with new and unique flavor combinations can help fast casual restaurants stand out in a crowded marketplace and attract adventurous eaters. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fast Casual Restaurants:** Fast casual restaurants can take advantage of the popularity of chicken sandwiches and unique limited time offerings to attract new customers and increase sales. - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can benefit from consumer demand for new flavors and increasingly adventurous eating experiences to drive innovation and growth. - **QSR Franchises:** QSR franchises can differentiate themselves from competitors by developing unique limited time menu offerings that drive excitement and encourage repeat visits. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Limited-Edition Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burgerfi-buffalo-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Sauce-Smothered Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saucy-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Spicy-sweet Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-honey-hot-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Buffalo Chicken Buttermilk Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buffalo-buttermilk-sandwich.md) - [Saucy Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brandnew-buffalo-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Towering Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-buffalo-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Buffalo Chicken Strip Sandwichs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-buffalo-ranch-chicken-strip-sandwich.md) - [Spicy-Sweet Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mango-habanero-crispy-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Dip-Inspired Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-buffalo-chicken-sandwich.md)