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Atlanta-based Chick-fil-A announced the return of a fan favorite this week: the honey pepper pimento chicken sandwich.
Just in time for the fall season, the chicken chain said it's bringing back the popular chicken sandwich, along with a spicy option, starting Monday, Aug. 26.
The original honey pepper pimento chicken sandwich debuted last year and quickly became a favorite. It features a filet drizzled with honey, topped with pimento cheese and served on a warm, toasted bun with pickled jalapeños. Now, Chick-fil-A is turning up the heat by adding the spicy honey pepper pimento chicken sandwich.
“When we released the Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich last fall, not only did we receive overwhelmingly positive feedback, but we also saw our Guests making their own unique twists by swapping the Original filet for the Spicy filet. They inspired us to officially offer a Spicy version as its own menu item, and we are thrilled to deliver what we know our Guests want more of!” Chick-fil-A Chef Stuart Tracy said.
Along with the spicy honey pepper pimento chicken sandwich, Chick-fil-A also announced it's bringing back another favorite: the banana pudding milkshake after a 13-year hiatus.
According to Chick-fil-A, the banana pudding milkshake made its initial debut in 2011. It's made with real bananas and vanilla wafer cookie crumbles, topped with whipped cream and a cherry. You can also order a new banana-based drink this year: banana frosted coffee.
“Every decision we make regarding our menu is extremely intentional,” Director of Menu and Packaging at Chick-fil-A Allison Duncan said. “While our core products are what our Guests know and love us for, we also like to keep variety and innovation top of mind. Whether we are surprising our Guests with new flavors and offerings or taking classic items and bringing them back with a twist, each menu introduction is made after listening to their needs. We’re thrilled to be able to bring back two of our most popular picks this season!”
All of these options will be available for a limited time at participating restaurants.