# Spicy Chicken Tenders PDQ Launches Spicy Tenders After Sandwich Success By Colin Smith | Published 2021-11-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-chicken-tenders References: [qsrmagazine](https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/pdq-brings-spicy-tenders-menu) & [eatpdq](https://www.eatpdq.com/)  [PDQ](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-tender-sandwich), the American QSR restaurant also known as '[People Dedicated to Quality](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mommas-kit),' has launched its newest product, '[Spicy Chicken Tenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-kickin).' Earlier this year, PDQ unveiled the 'Hot & Crispy' turkey and chicken sandwiches. These products were seasonal and well-received, leading PDQ to now release spicy chicken tenders to supplement its spicy menu. Available in packs of three, four, or five tenders, spicy chicken tenders are a great option for a snack-sized taste of quality chicken without the hassle of ordering a full burger. Chicken nuggets are increasingly popular with the younger generation of consumers, and chicken tenders are one step up in quality from nuggets. These spicy chicken tenders are a quality, spicy-flavored competitor to other QSR brands' chicken nugget and tender products. The PDQ spicy chicken tenders will be available in locations across the U.S on November 30th. Image Credit: PDQ ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, 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 - **Spicy Chicken Tenders:** The rise of spicy chicken tenders as a snack-sized, quality chicken option for younger consumers presents an opportunity for QSR brands to expand their menu offerings. - **Premium Chicken Nuggets and Tenders:** Consumers, particularly younger generations, are increasingly interested in premium chicken nuggets and tenders as a go-to snack or quick meal, providing QSR brands an opportunity to differentiate themselves in the market through quality ingredients and unique flavors. - **Limited-time Offerings:** The success of PDQ's seasonal menu items, such as the 'Hot & Crispy' turkey and chicken sandwiches, demonstrates a trend toward short-lived menu offerings that generate buzz and build customer excitement and loyalty. ### Who This Affects Most - **Quick Service Restaurants (qsrs):** With the growing popularity of spicy, premium chicken options as a snack or quick meal, QSR brands have an opportunity to differentiate themselves through unique flavors and high-quality ingredients. - **Convenience Stores:** Convenience stores can leverage the popularity of chicken tenders and nuggets by offering high-quality, spicy and unique flavored options to attract younger customers and increase snack sales. - **Food Delivery Services:** As more consumers opt for food delivery options during the pandemic, food delivery services have an opportunity to offer high-quality, spicy chicken tenders as a unique and convenient option for customers looking for a quick, flavorful meal or snack. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chicken Tender Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-tender-sandwich.md) - [Chicken Tender-topped Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tender-luvn-subs.md) - [Extra-Juicy QSR Chicken Tenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handbreaded-chicken-tenders.md) - [Flavorful Fast-Casual Chicken Subs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-tender-luvn-subs.md) - [Fan-Influenced Chicken Tenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wendys-tendys.md) - [Upgraded QSR Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/signature-tender-sauce.md) - [Piquant QSR Chicken Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-chicken-fries.md) - [Seasoned Fast-Food Chicken Tenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seasoned-chicken-tenders.md) - [Extra Hot Chicken Nuggets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-chicken-mcnugget.md)