Resources: Menu Trends

Chicken wings are among the most popular menu items in today's restaurants. 4 out of 5 Americans eat chicken wings. How do Americans like their wings?*

• 57% of U.S. adults who eat chicken wings said they typically like to eat their wings with RANCH DRESSING.
• 35% prefer BLUE CHEESE DRESSING.

Customers are looking for wings in not only classic flavors like buffalo and honey barbecue but also in more eclectic and customized flavors. To stay ahead of your competition, try these sauces as a LTO:

• BBQ TERIYAKI SAUCE
• BOURBON SAUCE
• MANDARIN ORANGE SAUCE

Take a menu mainstay to the next level of flavor with the popularity of chiles. Go beyond just a little spice, and let patrons know where the heat originates. From smoky chipotles, to sweet anchos, to fiery habaneros, to fruity guajillos, the wonderful world of chiles adds spark to America’s favorite protein. Try these recipes and sauces:

• ORANGE ANCHO CHILE SAUCE
• CLASSIC RED ENCHILADA SAUCE WITH GUAJILLO CHILES
• SWEET THAI CHILI SAUCE
• CHIPOTLE CAESAR WINGS
• JALAPENO CILANTRO RANCH
• MANGO HABANERO RANCH
• SPICY CHILI ORANGE SAUCE

*National Chicken Council