# Summer-Ready Chicken Pot Pies Cracker Barrel's New Chicken Pot Pie Features a Flaky Pastry Topping By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2020-07-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-chicken-pot-pie References: [brandeating](https://www.brandeating.com/2020/07/cracker-barrel-bakes-new-chicken-pot-pie-and-more.html) This summer, [Cracker Barrel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cracker-barrel-summer-menu) is leaning into warm and comforting classics like its new Chicken Pot Pie. Cracker Barrel's new Chicken Pot Pie is one of several new summer-ready entrees. The classic chicken dish consists of peas, carrots, celery, onions, chicken, and potatoes stewed in a creamy sauce and topped with a [flaky pastry crust](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kfc-handheld-pot-pie). The pot pie is also served with your choice of [buttermilk biscuits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-big-biscuit-spring-menu) or corn muffins on the side. As for the other new summer entrees, Cracker Barrel is also introducing a Maple Bacon Grilled Chicken, which features grilled chicken breasts topped with a sweet and smoky maple glaze, melted cheese, and bacon. The chain is also bolstering its drink menu with a Summer Berry Iced Tea and the Buttercrunch Caramel Latte. Image Credit: Cracker Barrel ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 1% | 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Comfort Food:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop plant-based or healthier versions of classic comfort foods. - **Flavor Exploration:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Create unique flavor combinations in traditional dishes to attract adventurous eaters. - **Seasonal Menus:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Offer limited-time seasonal menus to create excitement and drive customer interest. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food Service:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Explore innovative meal delivery models to cater to the growing demand for comfort food. - **Beverage:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop refreshing and unique beverage options to complement summer-themed menus. - **Plant-based Alternatives:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Produce and promote plant-based alternatives for classic dishes, appealing to health-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sweet-Heat Restaurant Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cracker-barrel-summer-menu.md) - [Indulgent Seasonal Spring Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cracker-barrel-old-country-store.md) - [Crumbly Apple Streusel Pies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-streusel-pie.md) - [Heritage-Inspired Dining Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cracker-barrel-winter-menu.md) - [Apple-Themed Menu Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/applethemed-menu.md) - [Seasonal Restaurant Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cracker-barrel-1.md) - [Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Pies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-roll-pie-breakfast.md) - [Seasonal Berry QSR Pies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blueberry-crme-pie.md) - [Cozy Crispy Chicken Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crispy-tender-dippers.md)