Updated Aug. 31, 2026, 9:03 a.m. ET
Pollo Asado is back at Chipotle and diners can even quickly have a brand new aspect merchandise to strive the protein with.
The quick informal Mexican restaurant chain introduced Aug. 31 Pollo Asado is back for a restricted time with an all-new recipe that includes “freshly grilled adobo chicken seasoned with garlic, Mexican spices and hand-cut cilantro” and completed with citrus and lime for a “savory, smoky flavor.”
Customers can get the protein in any respect U.S. and Canada Chipotle eating places starting Aug. 31 for a restricted time. Pollo Asado was first introduced nationwide in 2022 following a successful test run at 95 locations in Sacramento and Cincinnati in 2021.
To rejoice the return of Pollo Asado, Chipotle is providing free supply on Pollo Asado orders positioned by means of the Chipotle app and web site from Aug. 31 by means of Sept. 13.
The Chili Lime Chips, however, can be accessible solely for Chipotle Rewards members starting Aug. 31 earlier than they develop into accessible to all clients on Sept. 4.
Chipotle says the aspect merchandise was impressed by a “viral fan food hack” the place diners would use packaged seasoned chips to place their very own spin on Chipotle meals. The chain says the chips are made with “real ingredients and no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives.”
Cardi B seems to unintentionally leak new chips
Rapper Cardi B appeared to unintentionally leak the information of Chipotle’s new Chili Lime Chips on social media earlier than its official launch date.
TMZ posted a screen recording of Cardi B’s Instagram Live on Aug. 27 the place she appeared to advertise the brand new aspect merchandise. Someone off digital camera tells her that she wasn’t supposed to inform the general public but to which she replies, “I wasn’t supposed to tell y’all about the chips because the chips come out on Monday. Oops! My bad! I’m too excited!”
It is just not instantly clear if the rapper is a part of the promotion for the brand new merchandise.
Chipotle gives Sunday deal
On Sunday, Sept. 6, clients who order two or extra entrées after 3 p.m. native time on the Chipotle app or web site can obtain a free entrée utilizing code “SUNDAYS.”
The provide is a part of an ongoing back-to-school promotion the corporate has been operating for weeks now.
“Back-to-school season is all about showing your school spirit and getting back into the routines that make the week feel a little easier,” stated Stephanie Perdue, senior vp of name advertising and marketing at Chipotle, within the information launch. “Whether you’re repping your school or resetting with Chipotle on a Sunday, these offers are about meeting our guests in the moments that matter to them with real food and great value.”
Gabe Hauari is a nationwide trending information reporter at USA TODAY. You can observe him on X @GabeHauari or electronic mail him at Gdhauari@usatoday.com.