# Spicy Garlic Noodle Cups Nissin Foods' Cup Noodles Stir Fry Now Comes in Hot Garlic Chicken By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2021-01-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-garlic-chicken References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2021/01/23/nissin-foods-adds-2-new-cup-noodles-stir-fry-flavors/) [Nissin Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-winginspired-instant-noodle) recently expanded its popular lineup of Cup Noodles Stire Fry with the addition of two tasty new flavors: Hot Garlic Chicken and Teriyaki Chicken. Nissin Foods' Cup Noodles Stir Fry collection initially made its nationwide debut in December of 2019, with three Asian-inspired flavors: Teriyaki Beef, Korean BBQ, and Sweet Chili. Now, the lineup has expanded yet again to include Hot Garlic Chicken and Teriyaki Chicken varieties. Both of the new flavors come in a microwavable paper cup for easy cooking, and is tossed with flavorful vegetables like green beans and cabbage. Both of the new varieties are also free from MSG and artificial flavors. The new Hot Garlic Chicken flavor can be found on [Amazon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maggi-noodles) and at grocery stores nationwide, while Teriyaki Chicken is a [Walmart](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissin-hot-spicy-fire-wok) exclusive. Image Credit: Nissin Foods ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 37% | 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 - **Expansion of Cup Noodles Stir Fry Product Line:** Nissin Foods expanding their Cup Noodles Stir Fry product line with new flavors provides an opportunity to appeal to a broader range of customer's preferences. - **Increased Popularity of Asian-inspired Flavors:** The increased popularity of Asian-inspired flavors in mainstream foods provides an opportunity for Nissin Foods to gain market share and expand their customer base. - **Convenient Microwavable Meal Options:** The rise in demand for convenient and easy-to-prepare meals provides an opportunity for Nissin Foods to target busy consumers who prioritize convenience when it comes to mealtime. ### Who This Affects Most - **Packaged Foods Industry:** The expansion of Nissin Foods' product line and incorporation of popular flavors presents an opportunity to capitalize on the growing packaged food market. - **Fast Food Industry:** The increased demand for convenience in mealtime presents an opportunity for Nissin Foods to compete with fast food chains that cater to busy consumers. - **Asian-inspired Cuisine Industry:** The growing interest in Asian-inspired flavors presents an opportunity for Nissin Foods to expand their product line and compete with established players in the Asian-inspired cuisine industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Game Day Noodle Flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-winginspired-instant-noodle.md) - [Mess-Free Chicken Wing-Inspired Noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cup-noodles-wings.md) - [Chili-Infused Noodle Packets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissin-hot-spicy-fire-wok.md) - [Chili-Infused Asian Noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geki.md) - [Sauce-Forward Spicy Noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saucy-noods-stirfry-style-noodles.md) - [Broth-Less Ramen Noodle Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chili-garlic-ramen.md) - [Restaurant-Quality Ramen Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cup-noodles-ramen-bistro.md) - [Flavor-Packed Ramen Noodle Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naked-ultimate-ramen.md) - [Extra-Spicy Noodle Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asha-x-hot-ones.md)