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A BIG Applebee's competitor has launched a slew of new items from main course meals to drinks.
This comes from Chili's, as it is making a big change to its menu for the summer.
Part of the lineup is a twist on one of its menu staples, the chicken crispers.
Although fans have been clamoring for the original recipe to make a comeback, Chili's has made it a combo.
The chicken crispers come with another new item, the white cheddar mac & cheese, as well as fries, house-made ranch, and two dipping sauces.
A four-count of the chicken crispers combo costs $13.39 – but five and six pieces take up the price to $14.89 and $16.39 respectively.
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In addition, customers have the option of ordering the honey-chipotle variety.
"We are giving our Guests a variety of new sauces with bold flavors to go with our hand-battered, all-white-meat chicken breast Crispers," George Felix, chief marketing officer of Chili's said in a statement to The U.S. Sun.
He added, "we’re proud to deliver it all in one heaping basket with fries and a new white cheddar mac and cheese for a combo that checks every box!”
Keep in mind that prices can vary by location.
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In addition, Chili's is introducing the following new items as part of its summer menu, a spokesperson for the company confirmed with The U.S. Sun.
- Double Oldtimer with Cheese – two quarter-pound patties, cheddar cheese, lettuce, red onion, mustard, tomato, with fries on the side
- Ultimate Cajun Pasta – penne topped with alfredo sauce, grilled chicken, shrimp
- Buffalo Ranch – ranch flavor with a spicy blend
- Sweet Chili Zing – spicy and sweet zesty flavor
- Casamigos ‘Rita – Casamigos Resposado tequila, fresh sour, cointreau
- Skinny ‘Rita – lighter margarita, fresh sour, Teremana blanco tequila with soda
- Henny ‘Rita – Hennessy V.S. Cognac, fresh sour, and Teremana blanco tequila.
- Sangrita ‘Rita – frozen margarita and house red wine sangria
It's unclear if all of these items will only be available for a limited time.
The U.S. Sun has reached out to Chili's for comment.
MORE RESTAURANT CHANGES
Aside from Chili's, others in the casual dining space have also recently updated their menus.
This includes Outback Steakhouse, which has brought back two fan favorites: the Loaded Bloomin’ Onion with Fries and Sirloin & Lobster Mac & Cheese.
The returning dishes are a part of Outback's Great Barrier Eats Menu, which includes the following items from other entrees to desserts:
- The Aussie JAWSie (alcoholic beverage)
- Tasmanian Shrimp & Lobster Pasta
- Prime Rib & Shrimp Combo
- Tim Tam Brownie Cake (dessert)
But keep in mind that they will only be available for a limited time.
When it comes to fast food, Wendy's has brought back its fan-favorite breakfast deal.
Its $3 breakfast promotion, available until June 4, includes either a Bacon or Sausage, Egg, and Swiss Croissant with a small side of seasoned potatoes.
And McDonald's has added two items to its summer menu.
This includes the standard Cold Brew and the Marble Cold Brew.
The difference between the two is the Marble Cold Brew comes with cream and chocolate caramel syrup.
However, they are only available in Southern California including San Diego.
HOW TO SAVE AT CHILIS
Chili's fans might want to consider registering for its rewards program to save money.
Currently, the casual diner is offering My Chili's Rewards members free chips and salsa or a non-alcoholic drink on every visit.
Plus, members of the program get exclusive perks including free kids' meals, delivery, appetizers, and desserts.
Also, the loyalty program rewards customers with a free dessert on birthdays.
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For more related news, Starbucks has discontinued a popular drink.
And Arby's customers' taste buds are tingling over a new bacon ranch item that has launched this week.
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