SANDWICH WARS: McDonald’s to unveil new Crispy Chicken Sandwich — and give some away

McDonald's will be releasing their brand new Crispy Chicken Sandwich to the public on Wednesday, Feb. 24.

McDonald's will be releasing their brand new Crispy Chicken Sandwich to the public on Wednesday, Feb. 24.
Restaurants & Dining
By Ashley Moor
Feb 17, 2021
X

Another contender for the best fast-food chicken sandwich has thrown its hat into the ring.

McDonald’s will formally release its new Crispy Chicken Sandwich to the public on Wednesday, Feb. 24, although those who visit the chain’s Crispy Chicken Sandwich Drop website can get access to the new sandwich one day earlier, on Tuesday, Feb. 23, along with limited-edition time-capsule items.

For decades now, customers have enjoyed current chicken-related McDonald’s offerings like Chicken McNuggets and the McChicken sandwich. Within the past few years, however, popular fast food chains such as Popeyes, Chick-fil-A and Wendy’s have tried (and occasionally failed) to earn the adoration of chicken sandwich lovers across the nation. In 2019, a Twitter feud between Popeyes and Chick-fil-A broke out after Popeyes released its new chicken sandwich. McDonald’s is seeking to capture some of that chicken-sandwich magic.

ExploreCarroll High School to host carryout version of popular fish fry event
In honor of the release of its Crispy Chicken Sandwich, McDonald's will be offering customers a chance to score a vinyl, sweatshirt and free sandwich.

Credit: nolis anderson

icon to expand image

Credit: nolis anderson

Guests can choose between a crispy, spicy or deluxe Crispy Chicken Sandwich, which features a crispy all-white meat chicken patty on a toasted, buttered potato roll with crinkle-cut pickles and McDonald’s Spicy Pepper Sauce.

The Crispy Chicken Sandwich Drop will open to the public at noon on Thursday, Feb. 18. For $5, customers will receive early access to the new chicken sandwich on Tuesday, Feb. 23, as well as to a limited-edition hoodie that “represents the deliciousness” of the new chicken sandwich, and a seven-inch vinyl with a new audio track created by music producer Tay Keith, according to a McDonald’s release.

“We know fans can’t wait for our new Crispy Chicken Sandwich to hit restaurants, so we’re celebrating them and this moment with a drop like no other,” David Tovar, the vice president of U.S. communications at McDonald’s, said in the release. “We’re excited to give fans early access to this sandwich and exclusive swag they can’t get anywhere else to memorialize this great addition to our menu.”

ExploreBoston Stoker and Esther Price team up for tasty collaboration
In honor of the release of their brand new Crispy Chicken Sandwich, McDonald's is giving customers the opportunity to score a brand sweatshirt.

Credit: nolis anderson

icon to expand image

Credit: nolis anderson

ExploreBrewery specializing in non-alcoholic beers expands footprint into Ohio, Dayton

McDonald’s will be offering the first 100 cars in the drive-through line a free Crispy Chicken Sandwich on Thursday, Feb. 25, beginning at 5 p.m. This promotion is limited to one sandwich per car while supplies last.

Upon being released to the public on Wednesday, Feb. 24, customers will be able to get their Crispy Chicken Sandwich fix via carryout, drive-through, the McDonald’s app or McDelivery.

For more information about the chain’s latest menu item, visit the McDonald’s website.

In Other News
1
DINING PATIO GUIDE: Outdoor dining options plentiful for summer across...
2
10 things to know about Manna in Centerville before you go
3
WHO DEY: Restaurants, bars roll out Super Bowl specials to celebrate...
4
‘HAMILTON’ WEEK: Best places to eat and drink near Schuster Center
5
4 new restaurants opened in June and 4 more are coming soon — including...

About the Author

Ashley Moor is a Dayton native and graduate of Kent State University. She is a multimedia journalist for Dayton.com, and strives to provide impactful stories about the community and its people.