Shake Shack adding barbecue burgers, more chicken sandwiches in 2017
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Shake Shack is shaking up the menu in 2017.
This week, the the fast-food chain known for its signature ShackBurger and famous frozen custard, announced it's adding barbecue burgers and a new chicken sandwich next year.
The chain first introduced a fried chicken sandwich nationwide in January. Next year, chicken lovers will have multiple options including a “Barbecue Chick’n Shack” sandwich and in New York City, a “Salt & Pepper Honey Chick’n” sandwich.
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The chain has also been working with award-winning chefs like Jamie Bisonette and Jon Shook to create limited edition sandwiches.
The newest chicken sandwich is scheduled for a limited release early next year. The chain says it will feature a crispy chicken breast covered in Shack barbecue sauce.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Shake Shack first found poultry success with their original “Chick’n Shack.” That item quickly became one of the chain's top three best selling items this year.
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For burger fans, the chain is adding a “Barbecue Shackmeister" with marinated shallots and the chain's barbecue sauce.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Word of the chain’s plans to expand their menu came in a conference call with investors on Wednesday, according to Eater. During the call, restaurant executives also discussed an expansion of the chain's new mobile-order-and-pay app.