McDonald’s fans get what they want. And apparently they want more chicken.
On Thursday, April 24, McDonald’s announced the launch of its new McCrispy Strips and a new Creamy Chili Dip to accompany them. Best of all, these items are on the permanent menu — no limited-time bologna here.
According to a statement provided to Food & Wine, these items mark the first time the Chicago-based fast-food chain has added something new to its permanent menu in the United States since 2021.
As for what the McCrispy Strips are all about, McDonald’s shared that they are made with “juicy, 100% white meat, coated with crispy golden-brown breading and bursting with a bold, new black pepper flavor.” And the sauce sounds like an ideal pairing as it’s a “savory, sweet, and tangy sauce that unlocks the full Strips experience.”
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“When we introduce a new menu item like McCrispy Strips, we know we have a big promise to fulfill to meet our customers’ expectations,” Cesar Piña, the senior vice president and chief supply chain officer at McDonald’s, said. “From the farms we source from to how food is prepared in our restaurants, bringing new products to our fans requires collaboration across suppliers, franchisees, and company staff. We hold ourselves to the highest standard and aim to bring fans nothing less than greatness.”
Hungry fans can enjoy the new McCrispy Strips in either three- or four-piece portions, each accompanied by one or two cups of Creamy Chili Dip, starting on May 5 at participating restaurants across the U.S.
McDonald’s noted that you can also pair the strips with your favorite McDonald’s signature sauce, including Tangy Barbecue, Spicy Buffalo, or Creamy Ranch, to personalize the experience.
As for why this menu item and why now, Alyssa Buetikofer, the chief marketing and customer experience officer at McDonald’s, noted that “the demand for chicken strips has been remarkable to see across the industry, so we knew we had to deliver something so craveable that it was worth the wait. We took our time, listened to our fans, and created a product we knew they would crave. And the best part is we’re just getting started.”
And we bet we know what you’re wondering — if McDonald’s loves chicken so much, where the heck is the snack wrap? The brand added in its statement that fans should stay tuned to its social channels for more “juicy” updates and signed off by adding, “That’s a wrap … at least for now!”
We see you, McDonald’s. We see you.
McDonald’s New McCrispy Offerings 2025
McCrispy Strips: Made with white meat and coated in black pepper breading. Available in three- or four-piece portions beginning May 5.
Creamy Chili Dip: A “savory, sweet, and tangy sauce” made with red jalapeño, bell pepper, and sesame oil to cut through the fried chicken’s fatty richness.
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