A long-awaited Chick-fil-A favorite is making a comeback that’s sure to spice up your meals. The Grilled Spicy Chicken Deluxe Sandwich, a standout from the fast food chain’s previous limited-time offerings, is set to return to Chick-fil-A menus across the United States early next year. But wait, there’s more! This comeback celebration isn’t limited to just the sandwich. A beloved lemonade variant is also returning to the chain’s beverage menu, offering a delightful counterpart to the sandwich’s fiery kick.
When is Chick-fil-A’s Grilled Spicy Chicken Deluxe Sandwich coming back?
According to popular food blogger and content creator markie_devo, the Grilled Spicy Chicken Deluxe Sandwich is expected to return to Chick-fil-A’s U.S. locations on January 6th, 2025, for a limited time.
In case you forgot, this much-missed sandwich features a boneless grilled chicken breast marinated in a spicy blend of seasonings, served on a toasted multigrain brioche bun with Colby-Jack cheese, fresh lettuce, and tomato.
According to a report by Meat + Poultry, Chick-fil-A’s Grilled Spicy Chicken Deluxe Sandwich was first tested in select U.S. markets in 2017. After receiving positive feedback from customers, the chain gave the offering a broader availability in 2019. Finally, in January 2021, the sandwich made its national debut but only as a limited-time menu item.
Since its initial national release, the Grilled Spicy Chicken Deluxe Sandwich has returned to Chick-fil-A’s menu multiple times. Notably, it was brought back for a seasonal run from September 12th to November 12th, 2022, due to popular demand.
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Chick-fil-A’s Frosted Key Lime Lemonade is also making a comeback
markie_devo also reported that Chick-fil-A’s Frosted Key Lime Lemonade is also returning to the chain’s menu for a limited time, starting January 6th, 2025.
Also available in Diet variant, the Frosted Key Lime Lemonade is a refreshing frozen beverage that combines Chick-fil-A’s classic vanilla Icedream with lemonade (or diet lemonade) and a blend of natural, sugar-free lime flavorings. This mix includes key limes, kaffir limes, and Persian limes, resulting in a sweet-tart flavor reminiscent of a traditional key lime pie.
Chick-fil-A’s Frosted Key Lime Lemonade was first introduced on March 18th, 2019, as a seasonal treat. Following its initial release, the drink has returned to the menu multiple times, including a notable run in 2021 and again in 2023 during the summer months, indicating its popularity among customers.
Fans celebrate the return of Chick-fil-A Favorites
The announcement of Chick-fil-A’s returning fan-favorite items has sparked an outpouring of excitement among fans, with many expressing their joy on social media. One enthusiastic customer referred to the Grilled Spicy Chicken Deluxe Sandwich as their “favorite sandwich,” while others eagerly declared they “can’t wait” for January to arrive.
Some fans took the opportunity to advocate for permanence, urging Chick-fil-A to make the spicy grilled option a permanent menu staple. “FINALLLY OMG THEY NEED TO MAKE THE SPICY GRILLED PERMANENT 😭,” one commenter exclaimed.
The Frosted Key Lime Lemonade’s comeback also struck a chord with long-time fans. “Frosted key lime is gassssss! Been waiting for this.. 🤤,” one wrote, while another shared, “I been thinking about that key lime [sic] for years, had it one time and it was the best. I’m so glad it’s back.”
However, not all responses were celebratory. Some fans expressed disappointment over the omission of other past favorites. “I prefer you guys bring back the pretzel sandwiches pleaseee😫,” one commenter pleaded, showing that nostalgia for Chick-fil-A’s offerings is as diverse as its fanbase.