# Toasted Almond Chicken Meals The Panda Express Crispy Almond Chicken Breast is Satisfying By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-08-14 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crispy-almond-chicken-breast References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2021/08/12/panda-express-introduces-new-crispy-almond-chicken-breast/) & [pandaexpress](https://www.pandaexpress.com) The [Panda Express](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almond-diced-chicken) Crispy Almond Chicken Breast is a new entree option being launched by the [QSR](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balanced-protein-plates) brand to provide patrons with a satisfying meal to try out on their next visit. The crunchy chicken meal is crafted with all-white meat chicken that has been breaded to perfection with the brand's signature puffed rice breading. The chicken is then tossed in the wok with a savory garlic soy sauce along with toasted almonds and chopped green onions to finish. The Panda Express Crispy Almond Chicken Breast is being launched as an a la carte in three sizes to choose from including small, medium and large that are priced at $4.40, $7.70 and $10.40, respectively. The menu item is being made available for a limited time only. Image Credit: Panda Express ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 10% - 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 - **QSR Entree Innovation:** Quick-service restaurant brands are introducing new entree options, such as Panda Express's Crispy Almond Chicken Breast, to satisfy consumer demand for unique menu items. - **Health-conscious Fast Food:** QSR brands are adding more all-white meat and protein-rich options to their menus to appeal to health-conscious consumers, such as Panda Express's Crispy Almond Chicken Breast made with all-white meat chicken. - **Limited-time Menu Items:** QSR brands are introducing limited-time menu items, such as Panda Express's Crispy Almond Chicken Breast entree, to create a sense of urgency and drive foot traffic to their stores. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fast Food Restaurant Industry:** Fast food restaurant brands can take advantage of the trend of introducing new entree items, such as Panda Express's Crispy Almond Chicken Breast, to attract consumers and drive sales growth. - **Poultry Industry:** The poultry industry can capitalize on the trend of QSR brands adding more all-white meat and protein-rich options to their menus, such as Panda Express's Crispy Almond Chicken Breast. - **Foodservice Industry:** Foodservice industry professionals can take advantage of the trend of introducing limited-time menu items, such as Panda Express's Crispy Almond Chicken Breast, to create excitement and drive sales growth for their business clients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nutty Chicken Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almond-diced-chicken.md) - [Hand-Breaded Chicken Strips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handbreaded-chicken-strips.md) - [Plant-Based Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beyond-the-original-orange.md) - [Spicy Citrus Chicken Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-orange-chicken.md) - [Zesty Orange Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-orange-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Sichuan-Inspired Seafood Entrées](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panda-express-2.md) - [Protein-Packed Asian Cuisine Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/firecracker-steak-and-shrimp.md) - [Chinese Cuisine Mashup Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crispy-sesame-shrimp-beef.md) - [Nutritionist-Approved QSR Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balanced-protein-plates.md)