Taco Bell Reintroduces Crispy Chicken with New Diablo Sauce

Taco Bell is set to reintroduce its popular Crispy Chicken, enhanced with a new Frank’s RedHot Diablo sauce, starting on October 16, 2023. This new offering combines the flavors of Buffalo sauce, Taco Bell’s signature Diablo heat, and creamy ranch to create an exciting twist on a fan favorite.

The inclusion of Frank’s RedHot Diablo brings added spice to a variety of Taco Bell menu items, including the Crispy Chicken Burritos, Soft Tacos, Crispy Chicken Strips, and Nacho Fries. The Crispy Chicken, made from all-white meat marinated in jalapeno buttermilk and coated in a crunchy blend of breadcrumbs and tortilla chips, has consistently garnered a loyal following among customers.

Liz Matthews, Taco Bell’s Global Chief Food Innovation Officer, emphasized the importance of sauces in the Taco Bell experience. She stated that this latest collaboration with Frank’s RedHot showcases the brand’s ongoing commitment to flavor innovation and experimentation.

New Menu Offerings Highlight Collaboration

The partnership with Frank’s RedHot introduces several new menu items that allow fans to enjoy the combination of Crispy Chicken and Diablo sauce in multiple ways. The offerings include:

– **Frank’s RedHot Diablo Crispy Chicken Burrito**: Featuring crispy chicken strips, lettuce, cabbage, pico de gallo, and cheddar cheese, this burrito is grilled and topped with either Frank’s RedHot Diablo or Avocado Ranch, priced at $5.49.

– **Frank’s RedHot Diablo Crispy Chicken Soft Taco**: This item includes a single crispy chicken strip along with cabbage, lettuce, pico de gallo, and cheese, available for $2.99.

– **Frank’s RedHot Diablo Chicken Nacho Fries**: Seasoned nacho fries topped with chicken, nacho cheese, pico de gallo, and a three-cheese blend, drizzled with Frank’s RedHot Diablo, priced at $4.99.

– **Crispy Chicken Strips with Spicy Ranch**: Four crispy chicken strips served with either Spicy Ranch or Frank’s RedHot Diablo, available for $6.99.

Valda Coryat, Vice President of Marketing at McCormick & Company, remarked that this collaboration highlights the balance of flavor and heat that Frank’s RedHot brings while reimagining Taco Bell classics.

Future of Crispy Chicken at Taco Bell

In addition to the seasonal return of Crispy Chicken, Taco Bell is actively testing the possibility of making it a permanent menu item. Each limited-time return of the Crispy Chicken is viewed as a step towards solidifying its status as a staple in the Taco Bell lineup.

As the fast-food chain continues to innovate and respond to customer preferences, the reintroduction of Crispy Chicken with Frank’s RedHot Diablo sauce is poised to excite fans and attract new customers alike.