While there will always be cravings for classic crunchy tacos, Gorditas, and Nacho Fries or even a thirst for a Baja Blast, Taco Bell appreciates that the Live Mas philosophy is never stagnant. With chicken nuggets joining the menu, the new food item is more than just another quick bite. These nuggets are made for dipping, and no one is going to drop out on that flavor combination.
Over the past several years, chicken has been the quick service restaurant menu obsession. It might have started with the chicken sandwich wars. Now, the current trend features chicken nuggets. From original seasonings to saucy sidekicks, people are skipping the wings for the boneless bites.
After a successful test run, Taco Bell is introducing chicken nuggets nationwide. While that food addition is good, it is really about the dipping sauces. It is time to forget regular ranch and another BBQ sauce. Those common items are do not represent the Live Mas mantra.
Speaking about these new offerings, Taco Bell’s Chief Marketing Officer, Taylor Montgomery explained, “As the inventors of Nacho Fries, Taco Bell is fully aware that reinventing an American classic with a Taco Bell twist is a responsibility we don’t take lightly. But in a world dominated by chicken cravings, it was time to show the world how Taco Bell does chicken nuggets – unexpected and undeniably bold. The Crispy Chicken Nuggets deliver a crispier, more flavorful nugget experience, and combined with the Hidden Valley Fire Ranch Sauce, we hope it will test people’s devotion to their favorite nuggets.”
What are the saucy options for the Taco Bell chicken nuggets?
According to the quick service restaurant brand, the Taco Bell chicken nuggets have three dipping sauce options. They are: Hidden Valley Fire Ranch Sauce, Bell Sauce, and Jalapeno Honey Mustard. To say these sauces are far from bland are an understatement.
The most anticipated sauce is the Hidden Valley Fire Ranch Sauce. As Taco Bell’s first-ever ranch partnership, it finds perfect balance been the classic Hidden Valley Ranch and the Taco Bell Fire Sauce.
Since the HVR tempers the heat from the Fire Sauce, the flavor is still approachable. No one is going to start crying from the spice unless they are totally heat adverse.
Overall, this sauce is unlike other sauces available at comparable quick service restaurants. While there have been Ghost Pepper Ranch sauces, those choices have faded into a food memory. For the guest who craves bold flavor, they will want to try this dip and chicken nugget combination.
The Bell Sauce is familiar yet a little more nuanced. The classic signature blend is front and center, but there is some subtle chili heat with a touch of garlic.
Lastly, the Jalapeno Honey Mustard dip might be the true find of the trio. Accentuating the spice levels gives this sauce a swicy twist. The tangy sweet honey mustard with the bold jalapeno could be the trending option for the new year.
The new Taco Bell chicken nuggets with the trio of dipping sauces will be available nationwide starting on December 19. It is a limited time offer, while supplies last. Check with the Taco Bell app for deals and additional ordering information.