Eight restaurants will compete for the title
of Artesano's Official Chicken Sandwich and a $20,000 prize
HORSHAM, Pa., Sept. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The chicken
sandwich battle lives on! Artesano® – baker of the
Official Bun of the Chicken Sandwich – is on a mission to find the
best chicken sandwich with the launch of their Artesano Official
Chicken Sandwich Challenge. Through this exciting competition,
local chicken sandwich aficionados from across the nation are
putting their distinct, regionally inspired spin on the Official
Bun of the Chicken Sandwich – Artesano Bakery Buns. Beginning
today, eight restaurants will go head-to-head in a bracket-style
competition, each showcasing their unique recipe as they compete
for the winning chicken sandwich title and the grand prize of
$20,000.
Known for their fluffy, soft texture and rich homemade flavor,
Artesano Bakery Buns proudly serve as the Official Bun of the
Chicken Sandwich, available in both Original and Brioche varieties
for a gourmet at-home dining experience. The Artesano Official
Chicken Sandwich Challenge tasked restaurants to put their own
regional spin on the classic chicken sandwich, blending culinary
inspiration with a touch of hometown pride. As consumers rally
behind their favorite chicken sandwich recipe, they can also find
the restaurant's step-by-step instructions on the brand's website,
making it easy to prepare and enjoy at home.
From now through September 13,
fans can head to OfficialChickenSandwichChallenge.com to vote for
their favorite chicken sandwich recipe served on Artesano Bakery
Buns. The top four restaurants with the most votes will advance to
the semi-finals (September 16-20) and
the top two will then move onto the finals (September 23-27). The chicken sandwich recipe
with the most votes in the finals will be crowned the winner on
November 9, in honor of National
Chicken Sandwich Day. Additionally, consumers who cast at least one
vote for their favorite recipe any time between September 3-27 will be automatically entered for
the chance to win $10,000.
Participating restaurants – selected for their tasty handheld
menu options and status as chicken sandwich aficionados –
include:
- Cafe Belen (Los Angeles,
California): Representing California with The SAMO, a blackened chicken
sandwich topped with jalapenos and avocado
- Delilah's Everyday Soul (Atlanta,
Georgia): Representing the Southeast with The ATL,
a fried chicken sandwich topped with a combination of pimento
cheese and lemon pepper
- Hen House Eatery (Minneapolis,
Minnesota): Representing the Midwest with The GOAT,
a grilled chicken sandwich with Cajun seasoning and BBQ sauce
- Manzanita Grill (Bend,
Oregon): Representing the Pacific Northwest with The Hot
Berry, blending the tasty flavors of berry and honey over crispy
chicken
- River and Woods (Boulder,
Colorado): Representing the Mountain region with
The Yard Guard, a chicken burger dressed in Colorado hot honey and green goddess
sauce
- Southern Cross Kitchen (Conshohocken, Pennsylvania): Representing
the Mid-Atlantic with The Conshy Twist, fried chicken enrobed in a
pretzel crust and topped with a pimento cheese spread
- The Hayden (San Antonio,
Texas): Representing the Southwest with The Wild One, a
crispy chicken sandwich topped with a stuffed poblano pepper and
tomatillo salsa
- Wilson County Barbecue (Portland,
Maine): Representing the Northeast with The Harbor
View, grilled chicken coated in a citrus-marinade and creamy
mayonnaise
"We're thrilled to kick off the Artesano Official Chicken
Sandwich Challenge and celebrate the regional roots behind each
restaurant's unique dish," said Ana
Melo, Brand Manager, Artesano. "As the Official Bun of the
Chicken Sandwich, the distinct taste and texture of our buns
provide the perfect canvas for these unique creations, inspiring
consumers to bring the gourmet restaurant experience right into
their own kitchen. We can't wait to see which sandwich wins the
hearts – and votes – of chicken sandwich lovers nationwide."
Available at major food retailers nationwide, Artesano Bakery
Buns come in both Original and Brioche varieties. They are sold
under the Alfaro's® brand in California and the Sara Lee® brand
everywhere else. For more information
about Artesano products and where to purchase them,
please visit SaraLeeBread.com.
For the official rules on the Artesano Official Chicken Sandwich
Challenge voting sweepstakes, see here.
About Bimbo Bakeries USA
Bimbo Bakeries USA is a
leader in the baking industry, known for its category leading
brands, innovative products, freshness and quality. Our team of
20,000+ U.S. associates operates approximately 60 manufacturing
locations in the United
States. Over 11,000 distribution routes deliver our leading
brands such as Arnold®, Artesano®, Ball
Park®, Bimbo®, Boboli®,
Brownberry®, Entenmann's®, Little
Bites®, Marinela®, Mrs Baird's®,
Oroweat®, Sara Lee®,
Stroehmann® and Thomas'®. BBU is owned
by Mexico's Grupo Bimbo, S.A.B de C.V., the world's
largest baking company with operations in 35 countries.
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