“Now we can offer this famous recipe in pieces with the launch of Popeyes Nuggets. We think we did it again with Chicken Nuggets.” says Amy Alarcon, VP of culinary innovation, Popeyes. “We have invested the time to perfect a product that leverages our classic techniques and Louisiana flavors that will change how people think about and experience Chicken Nuggets. Popeyes Rewards members can look forward to a little something extra too. Customers can also purchase the 48-piece option, available exclusively online at and on the Popeyes App. The new Nuggets will be available for purchase in-store, on Popeyes' website or through the Popeyes App, with options ranging from 4 piece to 36 piece orders starting on July 27. The price range for the meaty meals is 3.69 to 19. The white meat chicken breast Nuggets will be available in a classic flavor and can meet a wide range of taste preferences by being paired with signature sauces like Bayou Buffalo, BoldBQ, Blackened Ranch, Buttermilk Ranch, Mardi Gras Mustard, and Sweet Heat. Currently, the nuggets are available at select locations nationwide in 8, 12, 24, 36 and 48-piece options. The Popeyes chicken sandwich recipe, rich in Louisiana tradition, is the recipe of the new Popeyes Nuggets. Popeyes uses a special flour and batter system to provide the perfect crispy texture which guests have come to love and expect from its flagship fried chicken. We believe that these piece(s) of crunchy, juicy delicious chicken will have guests question how they ever enjoyed chicken nuggets before this,” says Sami Siddiqui, president, Popeyes Americas. Starting May 1st, Ghost Pepper Wings are making an exciting return to Popeyes locations nationwide. We aim to show the world once again the magic of Popeyes chicken with our new Nuggets. “Just like our game changing Chicken Sandwich, our new Chicken Nuggets are unlike anything you may have experienced before. Popeyes has announced the upcoming debut of its Popeyes Chicken Nuggets, to be available at restaurants across the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico as of July 27. ![]() Popeyes said it's looking to reset guests’ standards with these Chicken Nuggets, as they are freshly prepared beginning to end in restaurant every day-seasoned to perfection, hand-battered, and breaded in buttermilk, and fried up to deliver a classically flavorful crispy and juicy bite with every piece. If you find yourself cruising through the Popeyes drive-thru this week, try the chicken nuggets in the kids meal – then, toss in what you really came for: the unbeatable fried chicken sandwich.On Tuesday, Popeyes announced it will add Chicken Nuggets to its menu in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico starting July 27. Popeyes’ Nuggets took the quality and flavors of the the brand's famed Chicken Sandwich and made it in poppable pieces. Will they start a chicken nugget war? Only time will tell. ![]() If you've impatiently scrolled to the bottom of this article for my final verdict, here it is: Popeyes' new chicken nuggets are decent (good even!), especially if you like seeing real white breast meat in your fast food. Nuggets are a different beast, even when they're dunked in loads of sauce and served with fries. ![]() But even then, the hand-battered buttermilk breading felt loose, peeling away from the meat and crumbling in my hands with every bite.ĭo Popeyes' chicken nuggets taste just like the brand's fan-favorite fried chicken sandwich? While I have no doubt that the kitchen is using the same breading technique on these poppable bites, the real beauty of the sandwich is in the sum of its parts – the pillowy brioche bun, craggy fried chicken, zippy pickles and creamy sauce. Things only got better from there, with the second and third nuggets revealing tender, juicier white meat. Unfortunately, my first bite was a total miss – the chicken was thick and rubbery, and the breading felt inexplicably flimsy. Submerge chicken in buttermilk mixture cover and refrigerate overnight. ![]() You can get 'em in orders of eight, 12, 24, 36 and 48 (!!) or opt for a smaller serving by ordering a kids meal (four or six pieces).įor reference, here's what a box of 12 looks like IRL not pictured: two sauces, a biscuit, fries and a soda – all of which is included in the small combo, priced at $8.89. Stir together buttermilk and 2 tablespoons of the hot sauce in large bowl. So, how do Popeyes' new chicken nuggets stack up? At first glance, they look incredibly encouraging – the breading is craggy, thick and golden, just like the promotional images promise. (Psst! Some delivery apps don't have the new nuggets listed just yet, but you'll find them at your nearest Popeyes location in the US, Canada and Puerto Rico as of July 27.) Two weeks ago – upon finding out that Popeyes was rolling out new chicken nuggets modeled after its fan-favorite chicken sandwich – I wondered aloud whether the move would elicit a full-on chicken nugget war. Today, I was finally able to put my theory to the test when I got my hands on the new menu item.
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