Hey Disney Vacationers! Disney just made chicken strips the hottest new snack at Walt Disney World. Starting October 8th, you’ll find 13 new chicken strip flavors at Disney World spread across parks and resorts. From spicy to sweet to cheesy, this lineup has something for every craving.
I’ve been eating Disney chicken strips for years (they’re my go-to comfort food between rides), but this new lineup takes things to the next level. Let’s start with a quick-reference guide, then break them down by flavor style.
Quick Reference: New Chicken Strip Flavors at Disney World
| Flavor | Where to Find It | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Buffalo | Cosmic Ray’s – Magic Kingdom | Spicy & Bold |
| Spicy Ranch | Contempo Café – Contemporary Resort | Spicy & Bold |
| Spicy Aïoli | Rosie’s Café – Hollywood Studios | Spicy & Bold |
| Gochujang-Glazed | Polynesian Village + Pop Century | Spicy & Bold |
| Roasted Jalapeño-Cheddar | Old Key West + Fort Wilderness | Spicy & Bold |
| Honey Buffalo with Ranch | Backlot Express – Hollywood Studios | Sweet & Savory |
| Sweet Chili Aïoli | All-Star Movies, Art of Animation, Caribbean Beach, Saratoga Springs, Wilderness Lodge, Typhoon Lagoon, Vero Beach | Sweet & Savory |
| Waffle Cone | Grand Floridian + Animal Kingdom | Sweet & Savory |
| Jerk BBQ with Pineapple Salsa | All-Star Sports, Port Orleans, Grand Floridian, Animal Kingdom Lodge | Sweet & Savory |
| Citrus-Glazed | Riviera Resort | Sweet & Savory |
| Lemon Pepper-Parmesan | Pinocchio Village Haus – Magic Kingdom | Cheesy & Zesty |
| Seaside | Columbia Harbour House – Magic Kingdom | Cheesy & Zesty |
| Buffalo Ranch | Blizzard Beach (2026), Yacht & Beach Club, All-Star Music | Classic Twist |
Spicy & Bold Flavors
Buffalo Chicken Strips
Classic buffalo with an extra kick of ranch seasoning. A staple for spice lovers.
- Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café – Magic Kingdom
Spicy Ranch Chicken Strips
Creamy ranch with added heat. Perfect balance of cool and spicy.
- Contempo Café – Contemporary Resort
Spicy Aïoli Chicken Strips
Heat meets creaminess with a bold aïoli drizzle.
- Rosie’s All-American Café – Hollywood Studios
Gochujang-Glazed Chicken Strips
Inspired by Korean flavors, these are bold, savory, and just the right amount of spicy.
- Capt. Cook’s – Polynesian Village Resort
- Everything POP – Pop Century Resort
Roasted Jalapeño-Cheddar Chicken Strips
Cheddar cheese and roasted jalapeño bring the perfect combo of heat and flavor.
- Good’s Food to Go – Old Key West Resort
- Trail’s End – Fort Wilderness Resort
Sweet & Savory Flavors
Honey Buffalo Chicken Strips with Ranch
Sweet honey, tangy buffalo, and ranch — the ultimate trio.
- Backlot Express – Hollywood Studios
Sweet Chili Aïoli Chicken Strips
A little sweet, a little spicy, topped with a smooth aïoli.
- World Premiere Food Court – All-Star Movies
- Landscape of Flavors – Art of Animation
- Centertown Market + Spyglass Grill – Caribbean Beach Resort
- The Artist’s Palette – Saratoga Springs Resort
- Roaring Fork – Wilderness Lodge
- Typhoon Tilly’s – Typhoon Lagoon
- Wind & Waves Market – Vero Beach Resort
Waffle Cone Chicken Strips
Disney’s take on chicken and waffles — served in a waffle cone.
- Beaches Pool Bar & Grill – Grand Floridian Resort
- Restaurantosaurus – Animal Kingdom
Jerk BBQ Chicken Strips with Pineapple Salsa
Island-inspired BBQ with sweet pineapple salsa on top.
- End Zone Food Court – All-Star Sports Resort
- Sassagoula Floatworks – Port Orleans French Quarter
- Riverside Mill – Port Orleans Riverside
- Gasparilla Island Grill – Grand Floridian Resort
- The Mara – Animal Kingdom Lodge
Citrus-Glazed Chicken Strips
Refreshing citrus glaze over crispy strips for a bright, light flavor.
- Primo Piatto – Riviera Resort
Cheesy & Zesty Flavors
Lemon Pepper-Parmesan Chicken Strips
Garlic butter, parmesan, and lemon pepper combine for a zesty bite.
- Pinocchio Village Haus – Magic Kingdom
Seaside Chicken Strips
Seasoned aïoli, crushed pretzels, and crispy garlic — snackable and crunchy.
- Columbia Harbour House – Magic Kingdom
Classic Twist
Buffalo Ranch Chicken Strips
The ultimate combo of tangy buffalo and creamy ranch.
- Lottawatta Lodge – Blizzard Beach (2026)
- Hurricane Hanna’s – Yacht & Beach Club Resorts
- Intermission Food Court – All-Star Music Resort
Final Thoughts
The new chicken strip flavors at Disney World prove that Disney can take a theme park classic and make it unforgettable. Whether you’re into bold spice (gochujang, jalapeño-cheddar), sweet twists (waffle cone, citrus), or cheesy comfort (parmesan, seaside), there’s a strip for every taste.
Personally, I can’t wait to start “chicken strip hopping” across resorts. Disney just made chicken strips the next must-try foodie adventure, right alongside churros, pretzels, and Dole Whip.
Which one are you trying first?
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