Chick-fil-A may be best known for its fried chicken, but now the brand is branching out with its new Bone-In Wings.
Chick-fil-A recently began testing out new Bone-In Wings are just one select location in Stockbridge, Georgia. The new dish consist of eight bone-in, undressed chicken wings tossed in the brand’s signature coating. The wings are also served with your choice of one of five sauces and seasoning options, which include Ranch, Buffalo, Honey Sweet Chili, Lemon Pepper Seasoning, Sriracha Garlic Seasoning.
The new Bone-In Wings are slightly unique in that they are made with antibiotic-free chicken and feature no artificial preservatives. The wings are specifically sourced from Outfox Wings, which is a new wing brand that's been available from Chick-fil-A’s Little Blue Menu concept in Nashville.
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What's Driving This Trend
- Antibiotic-free Chicken
- The use of antibiotic-free chicken is a growing trend in the food industry, creating opportunities for companies to offer healthier options and appeal to health-conscious consumers.
- Variety in Menu Offerings
- As Chick-fil-A expands into offering new dishes like Bone-In Wings, there is room for further innovation in menu offerings to attract a wider range of customers and keep up with changing tastes and preferences.
- In-house Sourcing
- The use of in-house sourcing from brands like Outfox Wings creates opportunities for companies to have greater control over the quality and sustainability of their ingredients, while also differentiating themselves from competitors.
Who This Affects Most
- Fast Food
- The fast food industry can benefit from offering healthier menu options with antibiotic-free chicken and expanding their offerings to keep up with evolving consumer tastes.
- Food Delivery
- As more consumers rely on food delivery services, there is an opportunity for companies to offer Bone-In Wings and other new menu items that are easily transportable and can maintain their quality during delivery.
- Agriculture
- Outfox Wings' in-house sourcing of chicken provides opportunities for greater sustainability and control over the quality of ingredients, creating potential for further innovation in agricultural practices.
