Food

Wendy’s introduces new chicken tenders

Wendy’s has revamped its chicken tenders. Two years in the making, the new tenders are made with 100% white meat chicken breasts and contain no artificial flavors. The tenders are also served with the chain’s new signature S'Awesome sauce.

In celebration of the release, guests can order a chicken tender meal for a limited time that includes three chicken tenders, small fries and a small drink for $5.

McDonald’s also recently revamped its chicken tenders, which are now made with 100% white meat chicken and contain no artificial preservatives, colors or flavors.

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