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2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
I Tried Popeyes's 3 New Chicken Wraps: Honest Review Ranking
Popeyes just added three new chicken wraps to their menu for a "limited time only." As a massive fast-food fan (and former worker), I decided to try them all and give you my honest opinion. Let's get started! This news came just days before McDonald's announced the return of their famous Snack Wraps, which will be released later in June. I genuinely can't wait to order from both restaurants and compare which ones are also unveiled a new Blueberry Lemonade drink, which can be served chilled or frozen, so you know I had to try that too. The wraps are stuffed with a chicken tender, lettuce, shredded cheese, and pickles. There are three different signature spreads to choose from: Classic, Spicy, or Honey Mustard. Each wrap is sold for $3.99, but they currently have a "bundle" deal going where you can order two wraps and a premium lemonade for $9.99 total. At some Popeyes you can also order your wrap with their Blackened Chicken (which basically just means the chicken tender is marinated in Cajun seasonings and isn't battered or breaded). This is only available via online ordering at some locations, so unfortunately I didn't have this option when I went in person in NYC. First up was their Honey Mustard Wrap, which was my least favorite of the bunch (but was still enjoyable!). Popeyes is obviously famous for its chicken, and that part didn't disappoint. It was crispy and crunchy and just really freaking good. But with only one chicken tender per wrap, the ratio felt off, and at times other items severely overshadowed the chicken. I also had a few bites with zero chicken in it. But if you're a big fan of honey mustard then you'll probably enjoy this wrap because it adds a tangy sweetness to it. However, in my opinion, Popeyes has other spreads that better pair with these specific wrap ingredients. I ordered each wrap with the same exact ingredients because I wanted to give them all a fair comparison. If you're a pickle lover like me then you'll probably be a little disappointed because I only received two pickle slices on each wrap. But if you love cheese then you'll be happy because, damn, they really loaded those suckers up (to the point where I literally had to scrape off about half of the shredded cheese because it was SO overpowering and pretty much the only ingredient I could taste). I'm glad these wraps came with lettuce though – that really helped to balance things out, and it also added an extra crunch that was different from the chicken. They accidentally gave me an extra wrap, so I decided to open that up and take a photo so you can see exactly what it looks like on the inside. Each wrap had a ton of sauce at its base, but the top half was kind of dry. I wish it was spread more evenly. Next up was the Spicy Wrap, which was my second favorite of the three. I'm a huge fan of spice, but if you're expecting any actual heat then you should probably look elsewhere because this sauce was tame (it was basically just mayo with a little hot sauce and a few spices mixed in). I do think I would have liked this wrap even more with their Blackened Chicken, but I also think Popeyes is doing themselves a disservice by not coating their tenders in the same sauces they use for their wings (like their Signature Hot Wings, Sweet 'N Spicy Wings, and Ghost Pepper Wings). Still, though, this wrap was great, and I'd order it again. Finally, we have their Classic Wrap, which was easily my favorite. The mayo spread paired so well with the crispy chicken, and when I actually got a bite with pickles it was perfect. I do think this particular wrap would have been even better without any shredded cheese. Also, I should note that Popeyes's wraps are made with tortillas that are "inspired by" their famous biscuits, but, if I'm being honest, they just tasted like regular tortillas to me. Still, this was easily the best wrap of the bunch. Popeyes also released a new Blueberry Lemonade, which you can get as a frozen drink (kinda like a slushie) or just as a chilled one with ice. I opted for the frozen version but also ordered a regular Strawberry Lemonade (which they started serving back in 2021) so I could compare the two and see how the new drink holds up. It was HOT outside, so the first few sips of each drink absolutely hit the spot. The blueberry one was sweet and tart but extremely sugary (as was expected, obviously). It somehow tasted even more sugary as it melted and turned from a slushie into a pure liquid, and I couldn't finish more than half of it without feeling gross. The Strawberry Lemonade, though, was incredible (and dangerous! Like, I could drink these all day). This one was still sweet but not as sugary. It was perfectly refreshing. If you want to try something new and can only pick one Blueberry Lemonade then I'd order the chilled version over the frozen one. However, if you're stuck between which flavor to order then my vote absolutely goes to the Strawberry Lemonade. I wish I had one in my hand right now. So, do I think all of these new menu items are worth it? Well, that depends! First of all, my mind is perpetually stuck in 1996 where the price for almost every fast-food item was, like, $1. So, to me, $3.99 for a single wrap is kind of wild (but this is the same exact price that McDonald's will be selling their Snack Wraps for later this month, so I guess it's the new standard for 2025). If you're looking for something quick that you can eat on the go then I definitely think the Classic Wrap is worth it. I'd personally order their bundle deal with two Classic Wraps and a chilled Strawberry Lemonade for under $10, and I'd also get them without shredded cheese. I think a real game-changer would be to order these Chicken Wraps without a spread so you can top them with Popeyes's Blackened Ranch or Bayou Buffalo sauces instead. If you ask me, those are the new flavors Popeyes should try experimenting with when they (hopefully) re-release their Chicken Wraps. If they do that, I'll be first in line. Wanna eat more budget-friendly meals in the comfort of your own home? Download the free Tasty app, where you can cook 7,500+ recipes without a subscription.
5 days ago
- Business
Popeyes launches new Chicken Wraps: What to know
Popeyes has added a flavorful new category to its menu. On Monday, the popular fried chicken chain announced the launch of its new Chicken Wraps, which boast the "same legendary Louisiana flavor with a whole new twist." "Whether you're cruising through errands, road tripping or hopping between meetings, Popeyes is bringing their signature crunch that you crave in a grab-and-go style that's big on flavor and easy on the wallet," the company stated in a June 2 press release. Described as "generously sized," the wraps are now available to order at participating locations nationwide, as well as through the Popeyes app and website, for a limited time while supplies last. Priced at $3.99 each, the wraps come in three bold flavor options. "Each one is packed with a Popeyes hand-breaded and battered chicken tender, crisp lettuce, shredded cheese, crunchy pickles and topped with your choice of a Classic, Spicy or Honey Mustard spread, all tucked into a soft, warm tortilla inspired by our famous biscuits," the company stated. According to chef Amy Alarcon, VP of culinary innovation at Popeyes, the new wraps are all about portability and signature flavor. "With our new Chicken Wraps, we've taken our iconic chicken tenders and wrapped them in something completely new, bringing all that craveable crunch in a fresh, portable way," Alarcon said in a statement included with the release. "We wanted to create a Chicken Wrap that was undeniably Popeyes. Infusing the flavors from our famous biscuit into our wraps was the perfect way to ensure our signature flavors shined through." Popeyes also rolled out a refreshing summer beverage lineup, featuring new Blueberry Lemonade and Teas. "Building on the hype of Popeyes viral Pickle Lemonade, this new berry-infused offering includes Blueberry Lemonade (Chilled or Frozen), Blueberry Cane Sweet Tea and Blueberry Unsweet Tea," the company said in its press release Monday. The announcement comes as McDonald's prepares to bring back its fan-favorite Snack Wrap this summer. The returning item -- featuring a chicken strip, shredded lettuce, cheese, and sauce wrapped in a flour tortilla -- is set to become a permanent menu offering at McDonald's restaurants nationwide starting July 10, the chain confirmed to ABC News on Tuesday. "From countless social media posts to full-fledged petitions, they never gave up on their favorite menu item," McDonald's said in a statement, referring to fans of the Snack Wrap. "They're the ones who inspired us to make its return to the menu happen."
New York Post
5 days ago
- Business
- New York Post
Popeyes launches surprise new menu item to compete with McDonald's
It's a wrap battle. Fans who can't wait for McDonald's beloved Snack Wrap to return now have another option: Popeyes is introducing Chicken Wraps to its menu. On Monday, June 2, the fried chicken chain announced that the new item will be available at participating restaurants nationwide for a limited time. Starting June 2, Popeyes is bringing Chicken Wraps to its menu. Popeyes According to a press release, the Chicken Wraps are 'generously sized' and available in three bold variations for $3.99 each. Popeyes' Chicken Wraps feature a hand-breaded and battered chicken tender, lettuce, shredded cheese and crunchy pickles. The wrap can be topped with your choice of a Classic, Spicy or Honey Mustard spread, all wrapped into a tortilla inspired by the chain's famous biscuits. 'With our new Chicken Wraps, we've taken our iconic chicken tenders and wrapped them in something completely new, bringing all that craveable crunch in a fresh, portable way,' Chef Amy Alarcon, VP of Culinary Innovation at Popeyes, said in a statement. 'We wanted to create a Chicken Wrap that was undeniably Popeyes. Infusing the flavors from our famous biscuit into our wraps was the perfect way to ensure our signature flavors shined through.' The Chicken Wraps are 'generously sized' and available in three bold variations for $3.99 each. Popeyes On top of the new chicken item, Popeyes is launching a new beverage lineup of Blueberry Lemonade and teas, building on the hype of the viral Pickle Lemonade the chain dropped in April. The new lineup includes Blueberry Lemonade (Chilled or Frozen), Blueberry Cane Sweet Tea and Blueberry Unsweet Tea. Popeyes' Chicken Wrap comes as fans are anxiously awaiting the return of the Snack Wrap at McDonald's. While the Golden Arches has been keeping the exact return date under wraps, the company's official X account posted in April, 'snack wraps 0x.14.2025,' implying that it will be on menus before the end of the year, likely before October when the months go into double digits. McDonald's launched their new McCrispy Strips in April, which McDonald's USA President Joe Erlinger previously said would 'allow us to eventually have a McCrispy Snack Wrap.'
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Popeyes introduces new Chicken Wraps: See what's in them
Popeyes is adding a new way for its customers to enjoy fried chicken. The fast food chain announced on Monday, June 2, that it is introducing Chicken Wraps to its menu, giving customers the "craveable flavor of Popeyes, now wrapped and ready to go wherever you do," according to a news release. The wraps feature Popeyes hand-breaded and battered chicken tenders with crispy lettuce, shredded cheese and crunchy pickles, all in a warm tortilla that's inspired by the flavor of Popeyes biscuits. The new item will cost $3.99 and will be available with your choice of a Classic, Spicy, or Honey Mustard spread. In addition to the wraps, Popeyes is also adding a new lineup of blueberry lemonade and tea beverages. The lineup includes Blueberry Lemonade, which customers can get chilled or frozen, Blueberry Cane Sweet Tea and Blueberry Unsweet Tea. The wraps and drinks will be available beginning June 2 for a limited time at participating Popeyes restaurants nationwide. 'With our new Chicken Wraps, we've taken our iconic chicken tenders and wrapped them in something completely new, bringing all that craveable crunch in a fresh, portable way,' said Chef Amy Alarcon, VP of Culinary Innovation at Popeyes, in a news release. 'We wanted to create a Chicken Wrap that was undeniably Popeyes. Infusing the flavors from our famous biscuit into our wraps was the perfect way to ensure our signature flavors shined through.' A highly anticipated chicken wrap is returning to another fast food chain's menus at some point this year. The return of the Snack Wrap could be coming soon, though McDonald's still is not spilling the exact date. McDonald's U.S. president Joe Erlinger confirmed on "Good Morning America" in December 2024 that the fan-favorite menu item would be making a comeback sometime in 2025. Last month, the chain's social media accounts shared another clue to the wrap's official return date. On April 15, McDonald's official X account posted "snack wraps 0x.14.2025," teasing that the menu item would return on the 14th day of an unspecified month. Though the "0x" indicates that it should be coming before October, in which the first digit would flip to a 1. 'The Snack Wrap will be back in 2025,' Erlinger told "Good Morning America" in December 2024. 'It has a cult following. I get so many emails into my inbox about this product.' Erlinger declined to reveal when exactly the Snack Wrap would return due to what he called "competitive reasons." In February 2025, CEO Christopher Kempczinski said there is "incredible energy" for the return of the Snack Wraps in the U.S. when discussing McDonald's plans and its fourth quarter financial performance with investment analysts. Contributing: Ahjané Forbes and Mike Snider, USA TODAY Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at Gdhauari@ This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Popeyes introduces Chicken Wraps: See flavors, release details
USA Today
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Popeyes introduces new Chicken Wraps: See what's in them
Popeyes introduces new Chicken Wraps: See what's in them Show Caption Hide Caption How to cook frozen chicken Did you forget to take the chicken out? Don't worry. Here's how to cook chicken from frozen. Popeyes is adding a new way for its customers to enjoy fried chicken. The fast food chain announced on Monday, June 2, that it is introducing Chicken Wraps to its menu, giving customers the "craveable flavor of Popeyes, now wrapped and ready to go wherever you do," according to a news release. The wraps feature Popeyes hand-breaded and battered chicken tenders with crispy lettuce, shredded cheese and crunchy pickles, all in a warm tortilla that's inspired by the flavor of Popeyes biscuits. The new item will cost $3.99 and will be available with your choice of a Classic, Spicy, or Honey Mustard spread. In addition to the wraps, Popeyes is also adding a new lineup of blueberry lemonade and tea beverages. The lineup includes Blueberry Lemonade, which customers can get chilled or frozen, Blueberry Cane Sweet Tea and Blueberry Unsweet Tea. The wraps and drinks will be available beginning June 2 for a limited time at participating Popeyes restaurants nationwide. 'With our new Chicken Wraps, we've taken our iconic chicken tenders and wrapped them in something completely new, bringing all that craveable crunch in a fresh, portable way,' said Chef Amy Alarcon, VP of Culinary Innovation at Popeyes, in a news release. 'We wanted to create a Chicken Wrap that was undeniably Popeyes. Infusing the flavors from our famous biscuit into our wraps was the perfect way to ensure our signature flavors shined through.' McDonald's snack wraps coming back in 2025 A highly anticipated chicken wrap is returning to another fast food chain's menus at some point this year. The return of the Snack Wrap could be coming soon, though McDonald's still is not spilling the exact date. McDonald's U.S. president Joe Erlinger confirmed on "Good Morning America" in December 2024 that the fan-favorite menu item would be making a comeback sometime in 2025. Last month, the chain's social media accounts shared another clue to the wrap's official return date. On April 15, McDonald's official X account posted "snack wraps 0x.14.2025," teasing that the menu item would return on the 14th day of an unspecified month. Though the "0x" indicates that it should be coming before October, in which the first digit would flip to a 1. 'The Snack Wrap will be back in 2025,' Erlinger told "Good Morning America" in December 2024. 'It has a cult following. I get so many emails into my inbox about this product.' Erlinger declined to reveal when exactly the Snack Wrap would return due to what he called "competitive reasons." In February 2025, CEO Christopher Kempczinski said there is "incredible energy" for the return of the Snack Wraps in the U.S. when discussing McDonald's plans and its fourth quarter financial performance with investment analysts. Contributing: Ahjané Forbes and Mike Snider, USA TODAY Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at Gdhauari@
