When is the Chicken Big Mac Coming Out? Everything You Need to Know

The Chicken Big Mac is one of the most anticipated new menu items from McDonald’s in years. This twist on the classic Big Mac burger has had fans clamoring for a nationwide release in the United States. Luckily, the wait is nearly over – here is everything you need to know about when the Chicken Big Mac is coming out and what to expect from this exciting new sandwich.

Release Date

The Chicken Big Mac will be available all over the country on October 10, 2024. This is when the sandwich will start to be sold at McDonald’s restaurants across the country that are taking part.

Initially it will be available for a limited time only while supplies last. Based on the hype and demand already building for the Chicken Big Mac it’s expected to be incredibly popular right off the bat. So if you want to be one of the first to try it, mark your calendars for October 10th!

What’s in the Chicken Big Mac?

As the name implies, the Chicken Big Mac is a chicken version of the iconic Big Mac burger. Here are the ingredients McDonald’s has confirmed for their latest menu item:

• Two tempura battered and fried chicken patties instead of beef patties
• Big Mac sauce
• Pickle slices
• Cheese
• Shredded lettuce
• Three-piece sesame seed bun

It has most of the usual Big Mac toppings, but not the onion. It was done on purpose that the chicken patties taste and feel like a regular Big Mac. Early reviews say it’s a great follow up to the first one.

Chicken Big Mac Nutrition Facts

For those watching their figure, here are the nutrition facts for the Chicken Big Mac:

• 530 calories
• 61g carbs
• 20g fat
• 25g protein

It’s not the healthiest thing on the menu, but it has fewer calories and fat than a regular Big Mac. The chicken and bun help make it a touch lighter.

Secret Menu Testing

It’s true—McDonald’s secretly tested the Chicken Big Mac before it went on sale all over the country. They only had a fake restaurant in Los Angeles for one day. It was called “McDonnell’s.” It had a signature chicken sandwich that looked a lot like a Chicken Big Mac.

The secret test run allowed McDonald’s to build buzz and fine tune the recipe. It also caught fans totally off guard when they revealed it was actually McDonald’s behind this “dupe” all along! Sneaky but brilliant marketing.

Chicken Big Mac Livestream

To promote the new sandwich, McDonald’s has partnered with internet personality Kai Cenat. He will livestream his first taste of the Chicken Big Mac and debate whether it lives up to the original Big Mac.

Fans can follow McDonald’s social media pages to see when Kai will be going live with his first impressions. It’s a fun way to engage the internet hype around this new menu addition. Kai has a huge following, so his endorsement would go a long way.

Why Chicken and Why Now?

Chicken is a growing part of McDonald’s menu for several reasons. First, poultry costs less than beef right now. Second, customers seem to be demanding more chicken options lately. Introducing a Chicken Big Mac allows McDonald’s to deliver a twist on a classic while tapping into this increasing demand.

The timing coincides with some renewed competition in the chicken sandwich market as well. Although McDonald’s insists this isn’t a direct response to recent chicken sandwich launches by Wendy’s, Popeyes and others. Either way, the Chicken Big Mac is perfectly positioned to compete for chicken sandwich dominance.

How Long Will It Be Around?

Since the Chicken Big Mac is being billed as a limited time offering, it probably won’t stick around forever. However, McDonald’s has indicated if it proves popular enough, the Chicken Big Mac could become a permanent menu item.

For now, get it while you can starting October 10th. And if you love it, let McDonald’s know. The more buzz this sandwich generates, the better chance it has of graduating from limited time to full time status on the menu.

Locations Serving the Chicken Big Mac

Obviously McDonald’s has tens of thousands of restaurants across the United States. Not all locations will be serving the Chicken Big Mac on day one of the launch. It will take some time to fully roll out everywhere.

If you don’t see it at your local McDonald’s right away, keep checking back. Expect most locations to have it within the first few weeks of the release, if not immediately on October 10th depending on supply and demand. You can also check the McDonald’s app to see if Chicken Big Mac has arrived at your favorite spot.

Customer Reactions are Critical

Like any new menu item, the fate of the Chicken Big Mac will come down to customer reactions. McDonald’s will be monitoring social media chatter, reviews, sales figures and other metrics to gauge whether this sandwich is a hit or miss.

Fans who get an early chance to try the Chicken Big Mac should share their thoughts online and with McDonald’s directly. Positive buzz will likely ensure this sticks around, while lackluster reception may see it fade away quickly. If it proves popular in the U.S. like it was overseas, the Chicken Big Mac could be the next big thing.

The Chicken Big Mac Looks Like a Winner

Early indications point to the Chicken Big Mac being a huge success for McDonald’s. It brilliantly takes a beloved classic and puts an exciting new spin on it. The limited time offering has sparked a frenzy of media coverage and social media hype.

Come October 10th, the Chicken Big Mac will face its ultimate test – winning over the taste buds of fans across America. For anyone craving this crispy chicken twist on a legendary burger, mark your calendars and get ready to try it for yourself very soon!