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Taste the Buzz: Taco Bell’s New Chicken Nuggets Are Coming Soon

Andrea Hawkins 4 min read
Taco Bell New Chicken Nuggets
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Nugget freaks, 2024 is definitely your year as Taco Bell is all set to release a new item that could rival a fan-favorite at Wendy’s and McDonald’s!

Chicken nuggets are everywhere and for good reason. They’re so easy to chew compared to other proteins. The flavor, the shape, and the sauces all make for a satisfying bite. Isn’t this what comfort food is all about? Taco Bell is ready to take this comfort to the next level with their newest chicken nuggets and flavorful sauces.

Taco Bell's new chicken nuggets
Taco Bell’s new chicken nuggets (📸: Snackolator)

Taco Bell will be rolling out its new chicken nuggets in all of its locations nationwide. This new item will be released along with their special Bell Sauce. Fans of the restaurant already expressed excitement, showing eagerness to try the nuggets once they’re officially released.

The chicken nuggets were previously tested in Houston, Texas and some testers commended how the nuggets and the Bell Sauce pair so well. Taco Bell’s newest menu item was also announced during the Live Mas Live event and is likely to be rolled out this year.

According to the restaurant, the nuggets are made with marinated white chicken breast. The marinade flavor? Jalapeño buttermilk, which should bring a lightly spicy upgrade to the nuggets. Customers may choose to pair them with Jalapeño Honey Mustard or the special Bell Sauce.

Taco Bell in Recent News

Taco Bell has always emphasized speed, affordability, and convenience in its business model. No wonder, this fast food brand continues to enjoy the spotlight. New releases and menu transformations also made Taco Bell a talking point among lovers of Mexican-inspired food. Get up to speed with the latest news about this famous fast food chain:

Bye, Bye Breakfast Items

Taco Bell ended the month of August by announcing that it will no longer serve its breakfast items in select locations. So long, crispy hash browns and bacon crunchwrap! The brand, however, clarified that the menu change will only impact a small number of restaurant locations. This decision was made to streamline menus in franchise-owned Taco Bell restaurants and deliver more of what the local communities want. Meanwhile, company-owned Taco Bell restaurants will continue offering the breakfast menu lineup.

Hello, Chicken Cantina Menu

Every end is a new beginning at Taco Bell. With the discontinuation of breakfast items in select locations, the brand is hoping that its Cantina Chicken Menu will shine. This new menu lineup has the potential to shake up your daytime routine with its flavorful ingredients, colors, and textures. The new menu features a slow-roasted chicken infused with classic Mexican spices. It also includes chicken soft tacos, chicken burrito, and chicken quesadilla, among others.

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Other Taco Bell Items Recently Tested

For Taco Bell, things are changing for the better. And this is because the Mexican-inspired food brand is always looking for ways to innovate and improve their menu. Aside from the new chicken nuggets dropping this year, there are other exciting items that might see a nationwide roll out sooner or later. Here are some of them:

Taco Bell's Churro Chillers
Taco Bell’s Churro Chillers
  • Crunchwrap Sliders: Ohio customers got a taste of these sliders, which are basically an upgraded version of Taco Bell’s Crunchwrap Supreme. The sliders are bite-sized and chock full of flavors from ground beef, lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, and tostada. Taco Bell is also testing a Steak & Queso version of the sliders, which comes with Green Chile Queso sauce.
  • Churro Chillers: Of course, Taco Bell realized you’re going to need icy treats to go with your savory meals. The brand tested the Churro Chillers in Chicago and Texas, treating customers to sweet shakes with cold foam and churro pieces on top. These milkshakes come in four flavors: Sweet Vanilla, Wild Strawberry, Mexican Chocolate, and Dulce de Leche Coffee.

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From The Club

My week is already made after hearing the good news about Taco Bell‘s nuggets. As a nugg lover, I’m looking forward to having my nuggets marinated in such a unique flavor blend. I sometimes challenge myself by eating food with a spicy kick (I have low spice tolerance, by the way), so I really want to try the Jalapeño Honey Mustard Sauce. I’m 100% sure I can take the heat if Taco Bell’s Churro Chillers will back me up. I hope they get a nationwide release too!

Special thanks to @snackolator for the image and tip!