Taco Bell is kicking off 2025 with a bang by introducing its all-new Caliente Cantina Chicken Menu. This spicy lineup is designed to elevate the fan-favorite slow-roasted chicken that has been a staple since its launch last year.
According to Taco Bell’s Global Chief Food Innovation Officer, Liz Matthews, “It’s been nearly a year since we launched the beloved Cantina Chicken Menu, and we knew it was time to turn up the heat.” The team experimented with various peppers and spice blends to create a spicier version of Cantina Chicken, aiming for the perfect balance of flavor and heat. Matthews noted, “With the Caliente Cantina Chicken Menu, we’ve struck that balance, delivering a fresh, zesty, and flavor-packed take for those ready to embrace their bolder side.”
The Cantina Chicken has been incredibly popular, featuring in one out of every four Taco Bell orders since its introduction.
This success made it an easy choice for Taco Bell to invest in a spicy upgrade.
The Caliente Cantina Chicken Menu
The new menu includes several spicy twists on classic favorites:
Caliente Cantina Chicken Crispy Taco: A white corn shell filled with slow-roasted chicken and a three-cheese blend, coated with grilled cheese on the outside and drizzled with Caliente Sauce.
Caliente Cantina Chicken Soft Taco: A soft tortilla filled with chicken, iceberg lettuce, shredded purple cabbage, cheddar cheese, pico de gallo, and Caliente Sauce.
Caliente Cantina Chicken Burrito: Includes a double portion of slow-roasted chicken, along with lettuce, cabbage, cheese, and pico de gallo.
Caliente Cantina Chicken Quesadilla: A melty mix of cheese, slow-roasted chicken, and Caliente Sauce, served with guacamole and sour cream.
Caliente Cantina Chicken Bowl: Features slow-roasted chicken, rice, black beans, lettuce, cabbage, pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole, cheese, and Caliente Sauce.
The Caliente Sauce, made with red jalapeños, adds a bold and spicy kick to these dishes. It was first tested in Cincinnati, Ohio, where it received rave reviews.
Availability and Early Access
The Caliente Cantina Chicken Menu will be available nationwide starting February 27, 2025. However, Taco Bell Rewards Members can enjoy early access starting February 25. Additionally, new rewards members who join between February 27 and March 12 can choose from the new Caliente Cantina Chicken items as part of their welcome reward.
Taco Bell is also planning to release Caliente Cantina Chicken Nacho Fries on March 27, featuring seasoned fries topped with slow-roasted chicken, nacho cheese sauce, cheddar cheese, fiesta strips, sour cream, and Caliente Sauce. This promises to be another spicy treat for fans of the brand.
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