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Act Fast: New Limited-Time Menu Items from Popeyes, Hardee’s, and More

Andrea Hawkins 6 min read
Act Fast New Limited-Time Menu Items from Popeyes, Hardee's, and More
Act Fast New Limited-Time Menu Items from Popeyes, Hardee's, and More

Craving something new? Catch these limited-time menu releases at your favorite spot.

The clock’s ticking on these limited-time menu releases. We’re talking about bold, flavor-packed creations that will have you coming back for more. From handheld pizzas and burger with a crunchy twist to special tacos bursting with authentic Mexican flavors, these limited-time menu items are loaded with everything you crave. Get them while they’re hot!

Hardee’s

French Onion Dip Angus Burger
French Onion Dip Angus Burger (Source: Hardee’s)

For the coming days when you can’t decide whether to say yes to chips or burger, you can thank Hardee’s and its latest menu item. Why? Because Hardee’s partnered with Ruffles to create a burger you thought you didn’t need: French Onion Dip Angus Burger! The thing is, this new, limited-time burger will only be available at participating Hardee’s locations in Tennessee.

If the limitation in terms of location doesn’t bother you, let’s look further at the juicy details of this new burger! According to Hardee’s, the French Onion Dip Angus Burger features a one or two charbroiled 100% Angus beef patties, layered with sliced onions, melty Swiss cheese, tomatoes, crispy onions, French onion dip, and of course, the Ruffles Original potato chips. Yes, this burger is available as a single or double, clocking in at a minimum of 780 calories.

When ordered a la carte, you can get the single French Onion Dip Angus Burger for $7.49, while the double version is priced at $10.49. You can also get it as a part of a combo meal, starting at $10.59, and served with a side of fries and your choice of drink.

Krispy Krunchy Chicken

Krispy Krunchy Chickens Chicken Nuggets
Krispy Krunchy Chicken’s Chicken Nuggets (Source: Krispy Krunchy Chicken)

Now, a different kind of “krunch” awaits you at Krispy Krunchy Chicken, and this will get you excited if you’re a fan of nuggs! The fast-growing hot food concept in the convenience store business is serving up something new and you guessed it right: Chicken Nuggets! These nuggs are made with whole-muscle white chicken breast, marinated in a blend of seasonings and coated in a special “krunchy” breading. The results are golden, crispy, and juicy chicken nuggets perfect as a quick bite at any time of day.

Ready to dig into these new chicken nuggets? You got two options with the following prices available in-store only:

  • 6-pc. order of chicken nuggets plus 1 dipping sauce, priced at $4.99
  • 10-pc. order of chicken nuggets plus 2 dipping sauces, priced at $6.99

As for the sauces, you can choose from a delicious range featuring BBQ, buffalo, honey mustard, ranch, sweet and sour, and the original Krispy Krunchy sauce. You can also add other crave-worthy side items from the brand, including mac & cheese, wedge fries, and the iconic honey biscuits. Krispy Krunchy Chicken now has over 3,200 locations, always ready to serve freshly made, hand-breaded chicken.

Little Caesars

Bacon Cheese Crazy Puffs
Bacon & Cheese Crazy Puffs (Source: Little Caesars)

Meanwhile, Little Caesars added a new flavor to its Crazy Puffs selection. If you weren’t able to grab some of it last Super Bowl Sunday, you still have time! Little Caesars’ new Bacon & Cheese Crazy Puffs are exactly what you need if the pizza cravings hit but a bit worried about portion control.

The Bacon & Cheese Crazy Puffs are handheld bites of pizza crust, loaded with a blend of muenster and mozzarella cheeses, pizza sauce, and cheddar cheese sauce. All these are topped with applewood smoked bacon, buttery garlic-flavored sauce drizzle, and sprinkles of parmesan cheese. You can get four of these new Crazy Puffs for a suggested price of $3.99. Or if you’re feeling generous and want to share these bites, grab a Party Pack, which includes 12 Crazy Puffs in three flavors, for $9.99. If you’re going for the Party Pack, consider getting other fan-favorite Crazy Puff varieties like Pepperoni and Four Cheese.

Moe’s Southwest Grill

Quesabirria Taco
Quesabirria Taco (Source: Moe’s Southwest Grill)

Moe’s Southwest Grill’s most popular limited-time offering ever is back by popular demand. Say hello again to Shredded Beef Birria! This limited-time protein is rich and savory, making it a perfect option for the winter season. The Shredded Beef Birria features a juicy shredded beef slow cooked in garlic and chiles, and what’s even better is you can enjoy this protein in a new special taco!

To celebrate the comeback of Shredded Beef Birria, Moe’s is offering the new Quesabirria Taco featuring the returning protein. The shredded beef birria goes into a grilled Oaxaca cheese-crusted soft shell, creating a unique symphony of flavors. The limited-time protein offering will be available until supplies last, and you can also choose to add it to any entree (for an additional cost).

If you’re a Moe Rewards member, here’s another good news for you: score a FREE Quesabirria Taco with a purchase of a regular menu item at participating locations. This promo will run until February 23, 2025 only.

Popeyes

Popeyes Cajun Rice
Popeyes’ Cajun Rice (Source: Popeyes)

At Popeyes, there’s also a fan-favorite that has returned. We’re thrilled to have Cajun Rice back on the menu again, at select Popeyes locations across the country! After disappearing from the menu in 2021, the popular side dish made a temporary return in 2022, during the fast food chain’s 50th birthday. To be more specific, the Cajun Rice will be back in the following locations, as per Popeyes’ website:

  • Alabama
  • Arkansas
  • California
  • Georgia
  • Illinois
  • Louisiana
  • Mississippi
  • Missouri
  • North Carolina
  • Tennessee
  • Wisconsin

For a quick recap: Cajun Rice, also called Rice Dressing, features a mix of cajun and creole seasonings, garlic, bell pepper, cayenne, and onion. The side dish also includes ground beef and ground chicken, and is available in regular and large sizes, priced $2.49 and $4.99, respectively. Still, prices may vary by location.

Tacodeli

Tacodelis Birria Taco
Tacodeli’s Birria Taco (Source: Tacodeli)

Tacodeli, known for some of the tastiest tacos out there, is also bringing back a crowd-pleaser to its lineup, the Birria Taco! It has come back as Tacodeli’s Special of the Moment, delighting fans for the entire month of February. Tacodeli is committed to serving flavorful food rooted in Mexican authenticity, and this commitment shines through the Birria Taco. It’s made with griddled corn tortilla, loaded with slow-braised Nolan Ryan Beef® roast, melty Tillamook® Monterey Jack cheese, and then topped with crema Mexicana.

But that’s not all. For the complete and authentic taco treat, each Birria Taco is served with a savory consommé, garnished with onion, cilantro, and lime. Don’t miss out on this perfect dipping experience!

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From The Club

What a great lineup of limited-time menu releases! Flavor-wise, these are all top-tier, but I’ll be having that Bacon & Cheese Crazy Puffs from Little Caesars first. Also, that Hardee’s x Ruffles collab looks real interesting, I just wish it would be available in more markets. Also, if we’re talking about authentic Mexican food experience, that Birria Taco is a must-have, I tried it once, and that’s one of my biggest regrets…to try it just once!

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