Chick-fil-A testing 2 new sandwiches — but not in GA
The Jalapeño Ranch Club includes an original chicken filet on a toasted buttermilk ranch bun, pepper jack cheese, and strips of caramelized onion-flavored candied bacon.
It's topped with lettuce, tomato, and pickled jalapeños.
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The Creamy Bar-B-Que Chicken Sandwich includes an original filet on a toasted, buttery bun with creamy bar-b-que slaw and sweet heat pickle chips.
Either sandwich is also available with a grilled or spicy filet.
For now, Chick-fil-A is only testing the sandwiches in Salt Lake City, Utah, and Jacksonville, Florida, through July 19.
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