Popeyes is one of the most popular quick-service restaurants in the United States, serving up iconic fried chicken and tenders for decades. Now, the chain is taking things to the next level by adding wings to its menu permanently.
Popeyes is making sure that customers have more choices when dining at its restaurants. The new menu item is described as “crispy and juicy” and is served in original, Louisiana Hot, and Mardi Gras Mustard flavor offerings. Each box of mess-free wings comes with three pieces of fried chicken, frying mix, and dipping sauce. Customers can also add an extra four-piece order for a larger meal size.
The chain is also flexing its culinary muscle with recipes such as the ‘Mardi Gras Blast’ and the ‘Cajun Kick’. The former is a marriage of spices such as smoked paprika, cumin, and sea salt, while the latter is known for its tangy flavor. For customers in search of a jolt of flavor, Popeyes has also developed a smoked ‘Gator Wing’ that brings a unique Cajun taste.
The no-hassle meal options make Popeyes’ wings ideal for on-the-go snacking. The wings can also be ordered as part of Lounge meals, which are designed to feed two people. And because Popeyes is offering Wings only on its menu, there’s no “battle of the brands” when it comes to chicken wings.
Additionally, Popeyes is releasing a limited-time two-for-one deal on the new menu item. Customers who order the new Wing meal get a second four-piece order for free. The offer has already been seen as an enticing incentive to those looking to try Popeyes’ new wings.
These new menu items have been a long time coming. Popeyes has been expanding its roster of sandwiches, sides, and entrees in recent years, and the launch of wings gives the restaurant an edge in the fried chicken market. By adding wings to the menu, Popeyes is solidifying itself as one of the most popular restaurants in the United States.