Duane Beckett
Whataburger is adding a new Hot Honey Crisp Whatachick’n Sandwich to its menu starting June 2, with the item available for a limited time only.
The sandwich is part of the chain’s summer lineup and leans into sweet heat, crispy chicken, creamy cheese, and a chili crisp hot honey finish.
According to Whataburger, the new sandwich is built for fans looking for “their next taste adventure,” which is a very fast-food way of saying this one is meant to feel bigger than a normal chicken sandwich drop.
PR Newswire reported that the sandwich blends savory chicken with a fiery but sweet sauce, and it will only be around for a limited time.
Whataburger Chief Marketing Officer Scott Hudler framed the launch around flavor and texture. “We know our fans are always looking for their next flavor obsession,” said Whataburger Chief Marketing Officer, Scott Hudler. “The Hot Honey Crisp Whatachick’n Sandwich delivers that balance of sweetness, heat and texture in a way that feels fresh, fun and unmistakably Whataburger.”
Southern Living added that the sandwich is arriving on June 2 and described it as a limited-time item made for people craving sweet, spicy, and savory flavors in one bite.
Hot honey has been everywhere, from pizza to fried chicken, and chili crisp gives it a little more bite. For anyone watching sugar, sodium, or portions, this is probably one to treat like a summer splurge rather than an everyday order.
What’s on the new sandwich?
The sandwich includes a hand-breaded Whatachick’n filet as the base. Then comes a creamy red pepper cheddar cheese spread, followed by hot honey made with chili crisp. Everything is served on a golden soft potato bun.
That red pepper cheddar spread may be the quiet key here. Southern Living described it as giving “pimiento cheese vibes,” which feels pretty accurate for a Southern-leaning chicken sandwich. The hot honey brings the sweet heat, but the cheese spread gives it the creamy middle.
Price and how to order
The Hot Honey Crisp Whatachick’n Sandwich is listed at $7.99, or $10.99 as a meal with fries and a medium drink, though prices may vary by location.
Whataburger says customers can get food through the drive-thru, online, or through the Whataburger App. Guests who download the app and create an account also receive a free Whataburger and can earn points toward menu items.
This one starts June 2, so anyone curious about the chili crisp hot honey twist shouldn’t wait too long.