# Spiced Honey QSR Sandwiches The Wendy's Hot Honey Chicken Menu Items are Arriving Soon By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-02-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wendys-hot-honey-chicken References: [brandeating](https://www.brandeating.com/2022/02/wendys-unveils-new-hot-honey-chicken-sandwich-and-hot-honey-chicken-biscuit.html) & [wendys](https://www.wendys.com)  These [Wendy's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-honey-chicken-sandwich) Hot Honey Chicken menu items are being launched by the [QSR](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wendys-honey-buddy) brand as a lineup of options for consumers to enjoy when seeking out a sweet yet spicy option this winter. The sandwiches come in the form of the Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich and the Hot Honey Chicken Biscuit, which are both crafted with a crispy chicken breast fillet that has just the right amount of spice. The addition of hot honey sauce alongside existing toppings make the sandwiches perfect for those looking for an extra burst of sweet heat. The Wendy's Hot Honey Chicken menu items will be arriving at participating locations starting February 8, 2022 and are being launched alongside special promotions through both [DoorDash](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wendys-dealivery-promotion) and the brand's own app, depending on the date. Image Credit: Wendy's ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 11% - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sweet and Spicy Fast Food Items:** Fast food chains can explore new menu offerings that incorporate hot honey sauce or other sweet and spicy flavors in their chicken dishes. - **Menu Item Promotions Via Delivery Apps:** QSRs can partner with popular delivery apps to offer exclusive promotions and incentives to customers who order their menu items through these platforms. - **Brand-specific Mobile Apps:** Quick-service restaurant brands can create their own mobile apps to drive customer engagement and loyalty by offering limited-time deals and rewards. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fast Food Restaurants:** QSR chains can create unique and innovative menu items that incorporate trending flavors and ingredients to attract new customers and retain existing ones. - **Delivery Services:** Delivery apps can expand their partnerships with QSR brands to offer exclusive promotions and discounts to their customer base, and drive traffic to their platform. - **Mobile App Development:** Tech companies can help QSRs develop their own mobile apps with advanced features and functionalities to offer personalized deals and promotions and improve the customer experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Habanero-Infused Chicken Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-honey-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Sweetened QSR Breakfast Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wendys-honey-buddy.md) - [Sweet Heat QSR Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-honey-menu.md) - [Spicy-Sweet QSR Dipping Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-honey-sauce.md) - [Spicy-sweet Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-honey-hot-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Spicy-Sweet Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mccrispy-sandwich.md) - [Honeyed Chicken Filet Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-hot-honey-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Hot Honey Wing Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-honey-wing-sauce.md) - [Honey Hot Sandwich Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/signature-honey-hot-sandwich.md)