Taco Bell is set to place a greater emphasis on chicken as it unveils a range of new offerings this spring, marking a significant shift in its menu. The fast-food giant will roll out the Crispy Chicken Crunchwrap Slider and the Cantina Chicken Rolled Quesadilla at participating locations across the UK starting from 19 March.
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At the forefront of this launch is the Crispy Chicken Crunchwrap Slider, designed as a smaller and more convenient version of Taco Bell’s popular Crunchwrap. This innovative item features crispy chicken nuggets coated in tortilla chips, layered with a three-cheese blend, pico de gallo, and a choice of creamy chipotle or jalapeño honey mustard sauces. All these ingredients are wrapped in a warm flour tortilla and grilled, resulting in a tasty option for customers on the move. The Crispy Chicken Crunchwrap Slider will be available for £2.49.
In a bid to cater to fan enthusiasm, Taco Bell will also promote the Cantina Chicken Rolled Quesadilla to permanent menu status. This decision comes on the heels of its successful debut late last year. The new iteration boasts slow-roasted Cantina chicken and contains a doubled portion of chicken compared to the original variant. It is complemented by a three-cheese blend and creamy chipotle sauce, grilled to perfection and served with reduced-fat sour cream for dipping as well as avocado verde salsa for added flavour. The Rolled Quesadilla is priced at £6.69.
Liz Matthews, Taco Bell’s Global Chief Food Innovation Officer, commented on the launch, expressing enthusiasm over the positive response from fans to the brand’s chicken nuggets and Cantina chicken offerings. She stated, “The response to Crispy Chicken Nuggets and Cantina Chicken showed us just how ready fans are for us to keep innovating. We’re having fun with it, playing with form, flavour, and texture to bring new energy into the formats our fans already love.”
For customers eager to try a variety of flavours, Taco Bell will include the Crispy Chicken Crunchwrap Slider in its £9 Discovery Luxe Cravings Box. This box comprises a selection that includes a Cheesy Gordita Crunch, Nacho Cheese Doritos Locos Tacos, chips served with nacho cheese sauce, and a medium fountain drink.
Additionally, Taco Bell is set to expand its brand experience beyond food. On 7 April, the company will launch a limited-edition junk journal stationery kit decorated with themes inspired by the new Crispy Chicken Crunchwrap Slider. This stationery set will only be available to 500 Rewards members through a one-off promotional drop in the app from 2 to 3 p.m. PT.
The launch is not just a standalone event; it signifies what Taco Bell describes as a new chapter for its chicken offerings. The chain has hinted at further innovations on the horizon, with plans for even more chicken items in 2026. Among the anticipated menu expansions are the Cantina Chicken Mexican Pizza and Diablo Dusted Crispy Chicken Nuggets.
As the anticipation builds, fans will have their opportunity to sample the new items, starting on 19 March. With these introductions, Taco Bell aims to enhance its chicken selections and keep customers engaged with the brand’s evolving menu.