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Chick-fil-A is now offering pimento cheese as a side itemChick-fil-A is now offering pimento cheese as a side item

It is available for individual or catering orders

Alicia Kelso, Executive Editor

September 25, 2024

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Pimento Cheese Side
Chick-fil-A's pimento cheese is now available as a side itemPhoto courtesy of Chick-fil-A

Chick-fil-A brought back its Honey Pimento Chicken Sandwich for a limited time in August, along with a new spicy option. The sandwich was first introduced in August 2023 and marked the first time the chain provided a seasonal twist on its signature offering.

Now the chain is offering that pimento cheese topping as a standalone side item, available for a limited time while supplies last. The side is available as an individual order or for catering orders and can be used for dipping waffle fries or nuggets, spreading on biscuits or sandwiches, and more. It is available for $3.99, or for a larger catering order starting from $6.50.

The Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich generated “overwhelmingly positive feedback,” according to Chick-fil-A chef Stuart Tracy, prompting the company to iterate with a spicy version. The chain’s pimento cheese is custom made with green chiles and red pimentos combined with cheddar cheese.

Pimento cheese has long been a southern staple but has recently become a national trend as well. According to the Independent Procurement Alliance Program, pimento cheese appears on over 3% of all menus in the United States, which marks an 8.5% increase throughout the last four years. It is forecasted to grow an additional 51% throughout the next four years.

Related:Chick-fil-A adds a Spicy Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich

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About the Author

Alicia Kelso

Executive Editor, Nation's Restaurant News

Alicia Kelso is the executive editor of Nation's Restaurant News. She began covering the restaurant industry in 2010 for QSRweb.com, FastCasual.com and PizzaMarketplace.com. When her son was born, she left the industry to pursue a role in higher education, but swiftly returned after realizing how much she missed the space. In filling that void, Alicia added a contributor role at Restaurant Dive and a senior contributor role at Forbes.
Her work has appeared in publications around the world, including Forbes Asia, NPR, Bloomberg, The Seattle Times, Crain's Chicago, Good Morning America and Franchise Asia Magazine.
Alicia holds a degree in journalism from Bowling Green State University, where she competed on the women's swim team. In addition to cheering for the BGSU Falcons, Alicia is a rabid Michigan fan and will talk about college football with anyone willing to engage. She lives in Louisville, Kentucky, with her wife and son.

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