Popeyes' new summer sauce has a southern twist, plus a secret menu addition

Popeyes just dropped new summer menu items and fans are excited. They now have their first-ever Signature Sauce — something people have been asking for for years. The sauce is inspired by Southern flavors and Popeyes' New Orleans, NOLA roots.

It’s made using the “holy trinity” of Cajun and Creole cooking: bell pepper, celery, and onion. There's also a kick of hot sauce in it — giving it that Louisiana spice. The Signature Sauce is now a permanent menu item, not just for summer. It comes in a new round dipping cup, made for serious dipping, as per the AOL report.

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A sauce that took years to make

Chef Amy Alarcon, Popeyes' VP of Culinary Innovation said they took 5 years to develop this sauce. She called it creamy, bold, and unique, something totally original to Popeyes. She also said it reflects their Cajun roots and Louisiana heritage. Along with the sauce, Popeyes also dropped Chicken Dippers, which are limited-time only, as per reports.

New chicken dippers for summer

These are thin strips of white chicken breast, hand-battered in Popeyes' Louisiana garlic and spice mix. Chicken Dippers are juicy, tasty, and cost $4.99 — great for a snack or road trip. Both the Signature Sauce and Chicken Dippers are available in stores and online across the U.S, as stated by AOL report.

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You can dip fries, Chicken Wraps, and even save some for Pickle-Brined Tenders at home. Popeyes came #2 in a recent Yelp ranking of best Southern chicken sandwiches — just behind Chick-fil-A.

FAQs

Q1. What is Popeyes' new Signature Sauce made of?
Popeyes' Signature Sauce is made with bell pepper, celery, onion, and a touch of hot sauce for a Cajun-style flavor.

Q2. Are Popeyes Chicken Dippers available everywhere?
Yes, Chicken Dippers are available for a limited time at participating Popeyes locations in-store and online across the U.S.