# Soup-Inspired Sandwich Pairings McSlister’s Deli Just Debuted a New French Onion Chicken Sandwich By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2020-01-12 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-onion-chicken-sandwich References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2020/01/11/mcalisters-introduces-new-french-onion-chicken-sandwich-and-french-onion-soup/) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/mcalistersdeli/photos/a.95791406611/10156419203491612/?type=3&theater) To help consumers get through the long winter days ahead, [McAlister's Deli](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcalisters-deli-limited-time-offerings) has debuted a new [French](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-toast-bar) Onion Chicken Sandwich and French Onion Soup. In other words, it's double the savory onion goodness for customers. McAlister's new French Onion Soup is a tasty take on a classic winter soup. The dish starts with a beef broth base that's been simmered with garlic, sherry, and caramelized onions. The soup is then topped with house-made croutons, and a combination of Swiss and parmesan cheeses. The new French Onion Chicken Sandwich mimics these same flavors, but in a heartier form. The sandwich starts with a toasted ciabatta bun, topped with grilled chicken, caramelized onions, crispy onions, au jus, tomato, Swiss cheese, parmesan cheese, herb mayo, and spring mix. Image Credit: *McAlister's Deli.* ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 9% - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **French Onion-inspired Dishes:** Opportunity for restaurants to innovate with new menu items inspired by the savory flavors of French onion soup. - **Gourmet Sandwiches:** Potential for food establishments to create gourmet sandwiches with unique flavor profiles and ingredients for a more elevated dining experience. - **Soup and Sandwich Combinations:** Opportunity to offer soup and sandwich pairings as a special combo meal to cater to customers looking for a satisfying and well-rounded meal. ### Who This Affects Most - **Restaurant:** Restaurants can explore new French onion-inspired dishes to attract customers with their unique culinary offerings. - **Gourmet Food:** Gourmet food suppliers can capitalize on the growing demand for high-quality ingredients and create specialty products for gourmet sandwiches. - **Fast Casual Dining:** Fast casual restaurants can incorporate soup and sandwich combinations to provide a convenient yet satisfying dining option for customers on the go. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Soup-Inspired Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-onion-steakburger.md) - [Onion Soup-Inspired Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-onion-double-cheeseburger.md) - [Onion Soup-Inspired Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shake-shack-french-onion.md) - [Hearty Steak Salads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steak-and-gorgonzola-salad.md) - [Comforting Seasonal Sandwich Combos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soups-on-combos-promotion.md) - [Warming Chicken Tortilla Soups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-tortilla-soup.md) - [Summertime Deli Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcalisters-deli-limited-time-offerings.md) - [Melty Chicken Salad Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chick-melt.md) - [Autumnal Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mixt-crispy-sandwich.md)