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Big Crispy at Chili's Grill & Bar — launch date and LTO window
A fried chicken sandwich introduced to compete in the fast-food chicken sandwich category, available in six different variations.
Key data
Chili's Grill & Bar launched the Big Crispy, announced October 19, 2026, available from April 1, 2026. It is a new permanent in the chicken sandwiches category, available nationwide. This record is backed by 1 source and 1 independent outlet.
The facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Chain | Chili's Grill & Bar |
| Launch type | New permanent |
| Announced | October 19, 2026 |
| Available from | April 1, 2026 |
| Available until | Not stated |
| Price | Not stated |
| Markets | Nationwide |
| Channels | Not stated |
| Category | Chicken sandwiches |
Sources
Every published launch carries at least one source with a quote from the original announcement.
- Trade mediaOctober 19, 2026
“Then, in April, the Big Crispy arrived to sit alongside fast food’s plethora of chicken sandwiches.”
fsrmagazine.com ↗
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