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Spicy Sauce-Free QSR Wings

KFC Hot & Spicy Wings are Arriving for Football Season

— September 8, 2023 — Lifestyle
The KFC Hot & Spicy Wings have been announced to coincide with football season to provide fans with the perfect way to satisfy their hunger when watching the game this fall. The wings feature a bone-in profile that has no sauce and have instead been marinated with a blend of hot spices alongside a double dose of Extra Crispy breading that's applied by hand. The final result is a crunchy, spicy wing that's ready for consumers to pick up as a snack or an appetizer to serve to guests this season.

The KFC Hot & Spicy Wings are launching on September 10, 2023 with the brand offering them as part of an eight-piece order for $4.99 for a limited time only.

Image Credit: KFC
Trend Themes
1. Bone-in Wings - The rise of bone-in wings with unique flavor profiles presents an opportunity for QSRs to cater to football fans and snack enthusiasts.
2. Sauce-free Snacking - The introduction of sauce-free wings featuring intense spice blends allows QSRs to tap into the growing demand for bold, convenient snacks.
3. Handmade Breading - The use of hand-applied double dose Extra Crispy breading in spicy wings showcases a potential for QSRs to add artisanal touches to their menu offerings.
Industry Implications
1. Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) - Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) can leverage bone-in wings and unique flavor profiles to enhance their snack and appetizer options for football season.
2. Food Delivery Services - Food delivery services can capitalize on the increasing demand for sauce-free wings by offering convenient, spicy snack options to consumers' doorsteps.
3. Sports Bars - Sports bars have an opportunity to attract football fans by incorporating bone-in wings with hand-applied breading and intense spice blends into their menu selection.
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