# Asian-Inspired Chicken Sandwiches The Red Robin Zen Chicken Sandwich is Packed with Flavor By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-01-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zen-chicken-sandwich References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2020/01/21/red-robin-adds-new-zen-chicken-sandwich/) & [redrobin](https://www.redrobin.com) The Red Robin Zen Chicken Sandwich is the latest offering from the restaurant brand that will provide patrons with a high-quality option that's packed with an array of flavors to try out. The sandwich starts off with a [grilled chicken breast](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arbys-rotisserie-chicken) that's topped with an [Asian-inspired honey miso sauce](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zaxbys-asian-zensation) along with a serving of sweet and sour slaw on the top. The savory sandwich is then topped with hardwood-smoked bacon, cheddar cheese, pickles, avocado and lettuce on a [sesame seed bun](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asian-sesame-chicken-salad). The Red Robin Zen Chicken Sandwich is available now for a limited time at participating locations nationwide and comes served with a side of Steak Frites at a price point of $12.59 (price may vary depending on location). Image Credit: Red Robin ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 38% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Asian-inspired Sandwiches:** Restaurants can incorporate Asian-inspired flavors into their sandwich menus to cater to customers' changing tastes. - **Honey Miso Sauce:** Food brands can experiment with honey miso sauce as a versatile condiment to enhance the flavors of their dishes. - **Exotic Ingredients:** Food companies can differentiate themselves by incorporating unique ingredients like sweet and sour slaw and hardwood-smoked bacon into their dishes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fast Food:** Fast food brands can develop and launch Asian-inspired chicken sandwiches to offer customers unique and exciting flavor combinations. - **Condiment Manufacturing:** Condiment manufacturers can explore honey miso sauce as a potential new flavor profile to expand their product lines and market reach. - **Food Suppliers:** Food suppliers can source and provide unique and exotic ingredients to restaurants and food brands looking to differentiate themselves in a crowded market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spicy-Sweet Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honey-sriracha-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Spicy Thai Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thai-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Spicy Pulled Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creamy-sriracha-pulled-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Sriracha-Spiced Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kickin-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Hot Honey-Inspired Burger Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-robin-gourmet-burgers.md) - [Spicy-Sweet Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mango-habanero-crispy-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Savory Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/savory-chicken-sandwiches.md) - [Sweet-and-Saucy Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mango-habanero-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Spicy-sweet Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-honey-hot-chicken-sandwich.md)