Slim Chickens is giving consumers a whole new way to enjoy its 100 percent all-natural, fresh chicken with the debut of the Original Tender Mac & Cheese Bowl. As Slim Chickens Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder Tom Gordon explains, "The launch of our new Tender Mac Bowls is just another way we prioritize serving our guests the high-quality, delicious and honest food that characterizes southern hospitality."
The Original Tender Mac & Cheese Bowl is a tasty take on a Southern classic. The dish starts with Slim Chickens' signature mac and cheese. The pasta is then topped with breaded chicken tenders and a blend of shredded Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. There's also a Buffalo Tender Mac & Cheese Bowl featuring the chain's house-made Buffalo and Cayenne Ranch, green onions, and fried onions.
Chicken Tender-Topped Pastas
The Original Tender Mac & Cheese Bowl Features Crunchy Tenders
Trend Themes
1. Chicken Tenders - Innovative ways to serve chicken tenders as a topping or ingredient in various dishes
2. Mac and Cheese Bowls - Incorporate creative combinations of mac and cheese with other ingredients beyond traditional recipes
3. Fast Casual Dining - Increasing demand for high-quality, fresh food that is served quickly and conveniently in a casual environment
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - Opportunities for creating new menu items featuring chicken tenders and novel mac and cheese options
2. Hospitality - Potential for incorporating new comfort food offerings into existing dining establishments or creating new concepts that reflect regional food trends
3. Packaged Food - New market for offering pre-packaged mac and cheese bowls with added protein or other innovative ingredients that appeal to consumers seeking convenience and unique flavors